Program Manager-Junior Room - Manchester Boys Club Inc.

JOB SUMMARY

 Direct, manage and oversee the Junior Program after-school program for grades 4-5 children. Supervise and administer the planning, development, and implementation of this program and program staff. Administer an effective member behavior management program within established organizational responsibilities. Work with the Elementary Director to develop scheduling for this age group in all Union St. Clubhouse program areas. This is a benefit eligible, 32 hours a week position, Monday through Friday, 12:30 pm to 6:30 pm during the school year and 8:15 am to 4:15 pm during the summer. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of an overall age-appropriate program for fourth and fifth-grade members that maximizes the use of available resources, achieves organizational goals, and is consistent with the Boys and Girls Club approach to Youth Development while ensuring the health and safety of the members. Provide direct service to the members.
•  Develop and foster a positive climate for youth development, ensuring that members: actively participate in various programs/activities; feel open to seeking advice/guidance from staff regarding problems; and receive care, respect, and recognition for their efforts.
• Provide additional guidance to members when more in-depth behavioral modifications are needed. Administer an effective member behavior management system ensuring proper documentation by all supervised staff, and work with the Director of Behavioral & Family Services concerning member referrals for additional service or guidance. 
• Work with the Elementary Director to prepare an annual budget for the program and, upon approval, manage the expenditures within the set financial guidelines.
• Promote and market programs and services to members via posting daily schedules and announcements of upcoming events and disseminating timely information for developing advertising and promotion through mailings, fliers, and media.
• Meet with parents of program participants as necessary to discuss any concerns brought forth by the parents or the program staff.
•  Performs supervisory responsibilities per the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include safety, interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High School diploma or equivalent required and Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Early Childhood Education, or related discipline preferred and a minimum of 1-3 years experience working with youth programming and development in recreation, summer camp, or after-school program setting. Experience may be substituted for a lesser educational degree.
• Must obtain and maintain mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications.
• Must pass criminal background screening.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
•  Ability to manage expenses and maintain a budget.
• Consistently display strong communication and interpersonal skills in a customer-friendly approach.
• Ability and willingness to mentor and help others learn and succeed.
• Demonstrated ability to work with young people, parents, and colleagues. Strong written communication skills are required.
• Ability to be flexible with base hours as assigned by the Elementary Director to ensure coverage of all open hours of operation of the Union St. Clubhouse and school-based Extensions.
•  Ability to be flexible with summer camp program hours.
•  Ability to be involved in direct member service during the school vacation camp programs. It is understood that completing organizational goals may require work beyond the regular work hours throughout the year. 

 Available Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Life, STD, LTD & ADD, Flex Spending, Child Membership Benefits, Supplemental Benefits.