21st Century Program Coordinator

POSITION: 21st Century Program Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Branch Manager

SALARY: $20.00-21.06

HOURS: Part-Time .75 FTE

LOCATION: Lakewood Branch - 10402 Kline St SW. Lakewood, WA 98499

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW The Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound (BGCSPS) is a non-profit organization that CHANGES LIVES through quality programs and guidance in a safe, affordable and fun environment. BGCSPS’s mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. We have been providing a safe, fun and positive environment at our sites with trained and dedicated professional staff for more than 81 years. Members are involved in age-appropriate activities based upon our three priority outcomes of Academic Success, Character Development and Healthy Lifestyles.

EQUITY & INCLUSION VISION STATEMENT

Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound is an anti-racist organization that works to break down barriers and stand against injustices that have held individuals back for so many years, in particular people of color. We have policies, standards, and systems in place for each child, staff, and board member and volunteer to follow, that reinforce the celebration of diversity, the pursuit of equity, and inclusion of all. As a youth development organization we believe that every young person, no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, ability, socio-economic status, and religion, can become productive, caring, responsible humans, and we are committed to providing access to the resources and opportunities that each need to reach their own great futures.

POSITION SUMMARY

The 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Program supports the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours. The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) oversees the administration of the federal grant, which funds 21st Century programs for our members. Reporting to the Branch Manager, or his/her designee, the 21st CCLC Program Coordinator plans, organizes, implements, supervises and evaluates the 21st CCLC Program grant compliance at the specified BGCSPS Branch/Site.

FUNCTION/TASKS

• Serve a primary liaison between club staff, school district staff, and BGCSPS grant administrative staff on 21st CCLC programs.
• Coordinate with 21st CCLC staff to ensure that all grant mandated outcomes are achieved.
• Document and track progress made by participating students.
• Promote and stimulate 21st CCLC Program participation, orient new members to the program as directed.
• Supervise program participants, ensuring their guidance and safety at all times’ promote enrichment activities, and encourage participation by members.
• Provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs of all members.
• Create a safe environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes; promote and stimulate program participation; provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• Provide effective and positive customer service by responding timely to parent, staff, and school district requests in a professional and timely manner.
• Knowledge of program planning/instruction, implementation, and assessment; provide instruction, direction, coaching, and guidance.
• Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office, email, internet research, Google navigation.
• Experience in tutoring and mentoring children or youth; motivate, engage, and manage behavioral challenges with peer mediation.
• Work ethic to be responsible, accountable, provide follow up, complete tasks, and meet deadlines in a professional manner with accuracy and on schedule; regular and predictable attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 18 years of age; AA Degree and two (2) years experience in related fields; or equivalent combination of knowledge and experience.
• Must be able to comply with drug-free workplace policy.
• Proven experience working directly with school-aged youth and knowledge of youth development; ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth; experience in program planning, implementation, and assessment.
• Possess skills for instruction, direction, and guidance of youth with the ability to lead and control groups of children in various recreational and educational activities and settings.
• Proficient computer skills Microsoft Office, email, internet research, social media navigation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to effectively communicate with diverse personalities while displaying tact, maturity, and flexibility.
• Experience in tutoring and mentoring children or youth; motivate, engage, and manage behavioral challenges with peer mediation.
• Must have the ability to be active and on your feet for a minimum of five hours; adapt to changes in a highly energetic work environment; other duties as

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

To keep our staff safe we adhere to the CDC safety guidelines and remain in close communication with local health departments, program partners and local School Districts to work together to serve our youth in the safest way we can.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

High energy level; comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to get along with diverse personalities at all times displaying tact, maturity and flexibility; good reasoning abilities and sound judgment. Skills essential for successful communications include speaking and writing. Physical requirements include sight, hearing, being active and on your feet for a minimum of four hours; adapt to changes in a highly energetic work environment; other duties as assigned.

Environment of the position: both indoors and outdoors; possibility of adverse weather conditions; noise, dust, pollen and insects; including contact with the public. Possible contact with dissatisfied and/or abusive individuals.

NOTE: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not intended to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

BENEFITS

• Paid Sick Leave - In accordance with Washington Paid Sick Leave, you will accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked. You are eligible to use Paid Sick Leave after 30 days of continuous employment
• 401(K) -Automatic Enrollment of 1%, with up to a 4% match, after one year of employment.
• Paid Vacation - Accrues at 1.35 hours per pay period which totals one (1) week to begin accrual after 1 year of continuous employment.
• Personal Equity Day - One (1) personal equity day annually (6 Hours) after 3 months of employment.
• Paid Holidays - Six (6) paid holidays
• Insurance - You are eligible to participate in company sponsored insurance programs which include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

BGCSPS is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. We strive to hire the best available persons for every job. BGCSPS policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identification, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $21.06 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Lakewood, WA 98499: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19