Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of teens? Do you have experience in youth development, education, or recreation? If so, you might be the perfect candidate for our teen program specialist position. We are looking for a dynamic and creative person who can plan and organize daily activities and programs for our teen club members. You will work with teens from diverse backgrounds and help them develop their skills, interests, and goals. You will also recruit, train, and supervise teen volunteers and mentors, and collaborate with other community organizations and partners Schedule consists of 5- 6 hour shifts during program times. Applicants must be available to work: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 2pm-6:15pm Wednesday from 1:00pm-6:15pm. Occasional Saturdays and late nights for Teen Stay late Programing.

Primary Function:

The Teens Programs Specialist primary role is developing priority outcomes of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character & Citizenship for our members in middle and high school in accordance with UBGC policies and procedures.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Establish Teen Center programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success aligned with our priority outcomes. Take leadership on outreach efforts to recruit more members including; attending local school events, talking with teachers and other youth serving organizations Develop and implement weekly stay late programs for teens and tweens

Academic Success:

Ensure members are given the tools to succeed including working with local partners to provide tutoring, college campus visits, and guest speakers

Healthy Lifestyle:

Incorporate weekly Boys & Girls Clubs of America programming to promote living a healthy lifestyle. Work with Athletics department to ensure daily gym activities, work with local food service agencies to provide snacks and meals for teens

Character & Citizenship:

Establish chartered BGCA Keystone and Torch Clubs, encourage and engage members in community service and Club service programming Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of teen members

Qualifications:

Associates degree required, Bachelor's degree preferred Strong communication skills, both oral and written Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems and parent communication Demonstrated ability in working with young people, parents and community leaders Ability to meet deadlines Clean driving record- must be age 21+ Mandatory CPR / First Aid certification- may be obtained within the first 6 months Bi-Lingual preferred

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$18.00 - $22.35 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 28.0 per week

Experience:

Teen Program:

1 year (Required)

Youth Program:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Drivers License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Lompoc, CA 93436 (Required)

Work Location:

In person