Youth Program Director

Company: Madison Square Boys
Location: Bronx
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

Since 1884, Madison has been saving and enhancing the lives of youth by providing youth development services for children in New York City's most disadvantaged communities. Our programs are engineered to empower each member to achieve three priority outcomes: Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship, and the adoption of a Healthy Lifestyle. Every day, Madison provides thousands of children with a safe and positive environment, one where fun is encouraged and positive role models are plentiful. A founding member of Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Madison currently serves more than 5,000 youth, ages 6 to 18, at six sites throughout Brooklyn, Bronx, and Harlem. We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Youth Program Director for the Explorer Academy (5-9 years old) at our following clubhouses: John E. Grimm III Clubhouse - Bronx, NYJoel E. Smilow Clubhouse - Bronx, NY This is a full-time position working 35 hours a week Monday through Friday in the afternoon. The Youth Program Director will be responsible for providing support with planning, organizing, conducting and evaluating departmental programs, activities and events and providing individual guidance and referrals as needed for our Explorer Academy members (5-9 years old). Youth Program Director Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Aid in the delivery of assigned departmental programs and services.Ensure thorough evaluation of all assigned programs.Submit all required reports and records timely to the appropriate staff member/maintain formal records of all assigned programsInitiate and maintain community contacts; families, schools and other organizations and institutions as directed.Collaborate with outside entities to enhance programs and services; families, schools and other organizations and institutions as assigned.Provide group and individual instruction.Assist with the completion of homework.Motivate members to participate in programs, activities and events.Participate in organizational meetings and conferences as requested.Generate new and creative ways to engage members in educational activities.Maintain open lines of communication with direct supervisor and colleagues. Youth Program Director Required Skills/Knowledge:Demonstrated ability to plan, conduct and supervise educational programs and services.Ability to communicate effectively with young people from diverse backgrounds, ages 6-18 as well as a range of other organizational personnel in a courteous and professional manner.Must be highly motivated and dedicated to the organizational mission.Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.A minimum of two years' experience in a related field is preferred.As a condition of employment, employees must have proof that they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19. You are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving the second dose in a two-dose vaccine series, or two weeks after receiving a single-dose vaccine. We offer a professional work environment, competitive salary, benefits package including 403(b) and pension plan for the Youth Program Director position. EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETS PI177480132

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