Job Overview Join our vibrant Out of School Time (OST) program team as a Program Staff member dedicated to creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for children and youth. In this role, you will lead dynamic activities, supervise children during after-school hours and summer programs, and foster positive youth development. Your energetic approach will inspire young minds, promote teamwork, and ensure every participant feels valued and supported. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your skills in youth engagement, behavior management, and educational programming. About us Boys and Girls Club of Pekin is a customer-centric, fast-paced, and rewarding agency. Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens..

Our work environment includes:

Casual work attire On-the-job training Lively atmosphere Duties Prepare Youth for Success 1. Implement developmentally appropriate programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes for youth:

• Support organizational goals and mission through program delivery and team participation with staff and volunteers.
• Help oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members.

Program Implementation 1. Support and maintain Club program goals and settings that insure the health and safety of members. Participate actively in trainings that promote understanding of youth development, standards of program philosophy and delivery. Help ensure that Club equipment is maintained in good working condition. 2. Participate in the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis to ensure programs/activities respond to member needs and address gender and cultural diversity issues.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participate in the implementation of other activities as necessary. 2. May oversee supervision for special events. 3. May consult with parents/guardians concerning member attendance, behavior, or opportunities, etc. Skills Strong group management skills with the ability to maintain order while fostering a fun learning environment. Experience working with youth in educational or recreational settings; familiarity with disabilities and neurodivergence is a plus. Excellent child supervision skills combined with patience, empathy, and positive behavior management techniques. Ability to lead team efforts confidently while demonstrating leadership qualities in a fast-paced environment. Background in childhood development or youth programs teaching experience is highly desirable. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Candidates must be age 18 or older. Ability to perform broad ranging physical responsibilities in a fast-paced, multi-faceted setting. Ability to lift and carry objects up to fifty pounds as needed. Reliable transportation required.

DISCLAIMER

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Pay:

$15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person