HELP OUR YOUTH HAVE A GREAT FUTURE!

Join our professional team of leaders at Mission Support and help change the lives of Vancouver’s youth!

REPRESENTATION MATTERS! Candidates who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, or represent diverse communities are highly encouraged to apply. Our youth deserve to see themselves reflected in our Clubs.

POSITION: Area Director of Standalone Elementary Clubs

LOCATION: Mission Support

REPORTS TO:  Director of Youth and Family Services

DEPARTMENT:  Mission Support – Youth and Family Services (YFS)

CLASSIFICATION:  Full-Time, Non-Exempt

MISSION STATEMENT: “To empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible community members.”

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: The Area Director of Standalone Elementary Clubs will play a critical role in helping Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington (BGCSW) achieve its vision to provide high-quality services. The Area Director of Standalone Elementary Clubs will be responsible for a variety of significant activities, including internal operations, oversight and leadership of Clubs and targeted programs, and supervision and development of staff and program evaluation.

LEADERSHIP, MANAGEMENT, & ACCOUNTABILITY

• Model and live into the BGSCW’s Core Values and Club Code.
• Lead a supportive, energetic, effective team to achieve annual program performance and engagement goals.
• Hire, train, support, supervise, and evaluate Elementary Club Directors.
• Engage in ongoing professional development for direct reports and Club staff.
• Provide data summary reports and evaluations to organizational leadership and board of directors, as appropriate. 
• Engage in ongoing programming and Club evaluation using data.
• Collaborate with the Grants Manager on narrative and summary reports related to grants.
• Manage Club budgets, collaborate with the Finance & Administration Department in the budgeting process, and monitor year-to-date variances in operational revenue, Club staffing, and program expenditures.
• Collaborate with the Director of Safety and Operations on youth safety policies and Club facilities. 
• Collaborate with the Director of Safety and Operations, Director of Youth and Family Services, Associate Director of Youth and Family Services, and Behavioral Health Services on high-level Incident Reports at Standalone Clubs. 
• Collaborate with the Associate Director of Youth and Family Services and Behavioral Health Services on Success Plans for Standalone Clubs.
• Support Club Directors in managing Club and supplies.
• May include evening and weekend events and field trips.
• Other duties may be assigned in order to achieve program goals.

PROGRAMMING IN PRIORITY OUTCOME AREAS

• Train and coach direct reports in the design and implementation of programs aligned with our priority outcome areas of Character & Leadership and Academic Success.
• Collaborate with the Associate Director of Youth and Family Services to implement Healthy Lifestyle activities and programs in Clubs. 
• Collaborate with the Associate Director of Youth and Family Services to learn and incorporate behavior supports, self-regulation, coping strategies, and social skills across Clubs.
• Train and coach Standalone Club staff to Integrate strength-based and restorative engagement strategies into the Club environment (e.g., Zones of Regulation, calming spaces, PAX Tools, etc.) utilizing BGCA and locally developed resources. 
• Collaborate with staff members to learn and incorporate behavior supports, self-regulation, coping strategies, and social skills into programming.
• Collaborate with the Director of Youth and Family Services on evaluation activities, including data collection, programming observations, contracts, and grant activities relating to program evaluation and measurement. 

CLUB & PROGRAMMING PARTNERSHIPS

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships, both internally and externally, with Clubhouse staff, leadership, families, youth, schools, community groups, and other related agencies to strengthen partnerships and support Club members.
• Support Clubhouse and school-partnered events such as back-to-school nights, mental health family nights, and tween nights.
• Maintain confidentiality and adherence to all privacy expectations and ethical obligations.

YOUTH & FAMILY ENGAGEMENT

• Ensure Club is meeting the organization’s membership and attendance goals, proper record keeping, and program results for grant-funded programs.
• Ensure best practices for youth engagement, behavior guidance, and incident response are implemented in all Clubs.
• Ensure that all Clubs are engaging youth to participate in a variety of program areas/activities within our key priority outcome areas of Character & Leadership, Healthy Lifestyles, and Academic Success.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of supervisory experience with direct supervision of 2+ employees.
• 3+ years experience in a similar position at a youth-serving organization.
• Experience with Google and Microsoft 365 applications
• Alignment with Club Code and Club Values
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Impeccable ethical standards, a high degree of self-reflection and commitment to continuous learning, and an ability to cultivate high-trust relationships.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and fluid environment
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Evening and weekend availability will be required to ensure program implementation. 
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license are required - frequent commute between Clubs is expected. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Development, Social Work, Psychology, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish 
• Boys & Girls Club alumni are encouraged to apply.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $55,000 - $70,000 annually, depending on experience
• Mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle
• 12 paid Holidays per year
• Paid time off accrual beginning at 120 hours annually
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Simple Plan (IRA) employer matching program
• On-going professional development opportunities

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington prohibits discrimination against current staff or applicants on the basis of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. BGCSW is an equal-opportunity employer.

Please refer to our website at www.mybgc.org for additional information about Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington. 

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Applications will be accepted until October 25, 2024, at 5 pm.

CLUB CODE & CORE VALUES

PUT YOUTH FIRST.

We are at our best and most impactful when we do right by the youth we serve. 

We make decisions with youth’s well-being at the center. We walk alongside youth and empower them to be the stewards of their path in life. We elevate the voices of kids, youth, families, and the communities who need us most. We examine our own biases and question our own assumptions to best serve youth. We check our ego at the door and think we (the collective effort) before me. 

CARE DEEPLY & ENGAGE FULLY.

We create impactful change by being fully present, engaged, and invested in contributing to strategy, perspective, and creativity. 

We approach interactions with kindness, compassion, and respect – we genuinely care about people and show it. We are brave and vulnerable and build safe and welcoming communities. We do not gossip. We talk to each other, not about each other. We care about ourselves so that we can be there for others. We strive to do the right thing every day, every time and treat each day as a new day with new opportunities. 

FOLLOW THROUGH ON YOUR COMMITMENTS.

Strong relationships built on trust drive change. We build trust with youth and families, each other, and the community by delivering on our promises. 

We do what we say we are going to do and are held accountable to established expectations. We take responsibility for knowing the expectations and goals of our role. We don’t over promise to ensure that we are able to deliver on commitments while balancing competing priorities. We take responsibility when we can’t follow through on a commitment. We own our mistakes, act to repair harm, and make amends to strengthen our community. 

COMMUNICATE, COLLABORATE, & CLARIFY.

Clear and consistent communication builds shared understanding, helps us align in our efforts, and sets ourselves and others up for success in support of youth. We deliver better services and solutions when people’s ideas are valued and heard.  

We set expectations that align with our vision, values, and core focus. We effectively express thoughts, feelings, and ideas in individual and group situations. We listen to understand and value different perspectives. We approach situations with an open mindset, not seeking to be right and go our own path but rather to collaborate and get to the right answer together. We are curious. We seek to understand and communicate the context of situations and information. We ask questions when we need clarity and provide clarity when it is needed from us. 

EMPOWER & BE EMPOWERED.

Our greatest assets are the unique abilities and perspectives of our people. We represent our interests in a responsible, self-determined way, and push ourselves to make positive change. 

We are resourceful and respond with flexibility to make things work when necessary. We value and seek feedback and see it as an opportunity for growth. We give each other permission to fail and reflect in order to learn from our experiences. We choose courage over comfort by facing difficult tasks and conversations rather than avoiding them. We resolve conflicts as quickly as they arise. We encourage each other and show appreciation for those who go above and beyond.