Life Skills Specialist

TITLE: Life Skills Specialist

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

**Oversee and implement a broad range of Life Skill programs focused on character and leadership development, education, social skills, citizenship and career development. Maintain a positive, safe, and clean environment for Club members. The Boys & Girls Club of Douglas sees 60-65 kids a day. Hours vary between 25 - 30 hours a week during the school year with more hours during the summer program.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Prepare Youth for Success. Plan and oversee designated life skill programs that support a sense of belonging, usefulness, influence and competence for all youth in the program.**

• Model the philosophy and mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Douglas
• Plan, implement, supervise, and evaluate programs around social skills, good citizenship, leadership development and career development
• Work closely with the Unit Director to ensure programming in line with Boys & Girls Club of Douglas standards
• Encouraged members to participate in a variety of programs and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program areas
• Demonstrate positive interactions and relationships with Club youth and staff members
• Promote a safe, positive, and fun environment for members
• Adhere to Boys & Girls Club of Douglas policies and procedures
• Discipline members fairly and according to Boys & Girls Club of Douglas policy

Program Development and Implementation

• Participate in establishing and maintaining Clubhouse goals that ensure the health, safety and development of members
• Willingly evaluate and adjust your programs on a continual basis to ensure they are achieving the program goals.
• Structure programs to respond to member needs and cultural and gender diversity
• Ensure proper record keeping and reporting including programs, activities, notable achievements and any problems/issues
• Increase visibility of Club programs via posting of daily and weekly schedules

Additional responsibilities:

• May oversee special programs or events, and/or participate in the implementation of other activities as necessary
• May be required to drive Club van
• Attend outings, prepared to supervise children while they are in the pool (wearing proper swim attire is required)
• Complete janitorial duties
• Consult with Unit Director concerning member or Club issues

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• High school diploma
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics
• Organizational, staff and project management abilities
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Handle high stress situations and high noise levels
• Be able to keep up with active children for extended periods of time

Email Cover Letter and Resume to [email protected]