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Be GREAT Academy

Program Director

Be GREAT Academy, Six Mile, South Carolina, United States, 29682

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Position Classification Part‑time seasonal; Mon‑Fri 1:30 pm‑6:30 pm; $16 an hour.

General Function Responsible for overseeing the delivery of all program areas within the Club. Plans, develops, and manages program implementation. Supervises program staff and performs other related administrative duties. Serves as a liaison between parents, schools, community groups, and Club members. Works in partnership with the Campus Director to ensure that a myriad of pro‑social and youth development opportunities are available to all Club members. Provides orientation and goal setting for all Club members. Program Director Floaters will be housed at a specific site in the region of their choice and will report to the housed site every day unless told to work at another site in their region when needed.

Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Youth Development (or equivalent education and experience) and 2‑3 years program delivery experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Understanding of the organization's philosophy, vision, and goals

Ability to work with a diverse population of youth ages 4 to 18

Management and supervisory experience

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of all national and local programs

Mandatory CPR and First Aid certification

Ability to establish and cultivate positive relationships with youth

Job Responsibilities

Demonstrate and promote Core Values

Implement Curriculum

Organize, direct, and implement programming, including programs in Boys & Girls Clubs of America's five Core Program Areas

Provide individual and group instruction

Maintain discipline; arbitrate disputes and enforce Club rules

Refer youth in need of additional services to appropriate agencies

Manage/Delegate appropriate responsibilities to program staff

Meet with volunteers and orient them to the Club environment

Ensure planned programs, services, and activities are implemented in accordance with organizational mission, policies, and procedures

Assist program staff in guiding Club members into making appropriate program choices

Facilitate weekly staff meetings

Solicit input from staff, community, parents, volunteers, and Club members for improvement

Mandatory CPR and First Aid certification

Other duties as assigned

Physical and Mental Requirements Must be comfortable performing multi‑faced projects in conjunction with day‑to‑day activities. Ability to get along with diverse personalities while displaying tact, maturity, and flexibility at all times. Physical requirements include sight, hearing, standing for up to four hours per day, and ability to implement programs. Skills essential for success include speaking, writing, and computer knowledge.

Environment & Working Conditions After‑school/recreational settings that include being in/outdoors. Occasional weekend and evening work to support the organization's fundraising events and activities.

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