Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois is hiring: Security Guard/Membership Cler

Overview

Security Guard/Membership Clerk - Murrayville Woodson (Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois)

Base pay range: $15.00/hr

Responsibilities

• In cooperation with the Site Director, oversee and monitor the daily atmosphere and physical premises of the satellite site.
• Provide assistance and supervision to program participants, including ensuring that each child is properly signed in and out daily and that participants are in the correct locations at all times.
• Assist BGCCIL staff with participants who are disruptive or exhibiting behavior issues; monitor students under disciplinary action; ensure accurate reporting of attendance in the MyClubHub system.
• Implement guidance and discipline policies; maintain standards of conduct; assist with records related to participant discipline and development.
• Support development of program offerings and identify community resources/volunteers to assist with programming.
• Assist in planning and leading program activities and field trips that relate to program areas; promote participant involvement in educational, recreational and leadership activities.
• Represent the organization and communicate policies, objectives, standards and programs to participants, parents, and the public.
• Help maintain cleanliness and appearance of the facility by encouraging participant involvement and proper storage of supplies.

Additional Responsibilities (Security-specific)

• Assist parents in locating their child at pick-up; help staff transition children between activities; coordinate with transportation for bussed participants.
• Support Site Director and staff with additional duties; track daily attendance and participant whereabouts; diffuse escalating situations between participants or parents.

Relationships

Internal: Maintain contact with Site management to interpret and explain organizational missions, program objectives and standards; coordinate with Site Director and Director of Satellite Operations to ensure policy consistency.

External: Maintain positive relationships with school district personnel, parents, and the public to resolve issues and publicize programs.

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Knowledge of youth development; ability to motivate and guide youth through positive relationships; demonstrated care and respect for participants.
• Availability: Monday–Thursday, program hours starting as early as 1:30 pm and extending to 6:30 pm, plus planning time as requested.
• Ability to relate to the general public, parents and BGCCIL participants in a friendly, positive, and professional manner.
• Ability to convey BGCCIL policies and procedures and implement appropriate guidance and discipline policies.
• Ability to organize and supervise participants to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Enthusiasm, energy and commitment in interactions with participants, parents, supervisors and the public.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting and standing as needed; full use of limbs and at least one hand; full verbal, color vision, and hearing ability.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• Ability to intervene in a fight or manage youth aged 6 to 18; driving a motor vehicle preferred (with a valid IL driver’s license).

Working Conditions

• May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions; moderate to loud noise; potentially dangerous situations including youth fighting or bringing unauthorized materials onto premises.
• Potential exposure to medical emergencies, airborne diseases, or injured participants; risk of vehicle accidents when driving or riding in agency vehicles.
• Exposure to risk of injury during athletic or recreational activities.

Pay & Benefits

• As of 01/2025: this role pays $15/hour.
• Eligible for paid time off in accordance with Paid Leave for All Workers Act and company policies.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations