Sports and Fitness Youth Program Director

Company: Madison Square Boys
Location: Bronx
Posted on: June 25, 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, the Bronx and Harlem. We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Sports & Fitness Youth Program Director at the following clubhouses: Joel E. Smilow Clubhouse - Bronx, NY This is a full-time position working 35 hours a week Monday through Friday in the afternoon and evening. The Sports & Fitness Youth Program Director will be responsible for development, planning, organization, and implementation of programs and services for the club members, which may include fitness, memberships, intramurals, sport clubs, recreation, outdoor adventure, climbing wall, aquatics, tennis, and golf. Is responsible for organizing, planning, and implementing programs. Sports & Fitness Youth Program Director Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Assist with recruiting, training, and evaluating departmental staff.Supervise assigned staff members in all phases of their work. Recruit members to consistently participate in sports & fitness programming. Ensure members demonstrate new skills and sportsmanship. Develop instructional and competitive games, sports and various activities. Ensure thorough evaluation for all departmental programs and services. Initiate and maintain community contacts with families, schools and other organizations and institutions to enhance programs and services. Ensure a healthy, safe environment in program areas. Deliver fun and engaging programming for boys and girls, ages 6-18. Sports & Fitness Youth Program Director Required Skills/Knowledge:A four-year degree from a state-accredited university/college and a minimum of 2 years in a related field. 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. Highly motivated and dedicated to the organizational mission. Demonstrated ability to plan, conduct and supervise sports and fitness activities, including tournaments, games, challenges and special events. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. Proven track record of engaging youth in a responsible and mature manner.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 Sports & Fitness Youth Program Director position. EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETS PI183130518

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