Unit Director

Unit Director – After School and Summer Day Camp Child Care and Enrichment Program

This position is directly responsible to the Program Director for all administrative and programming issues.

Responsibilities include:

the direct supervision of club members and staff to ensure the overall safety of members at all times. The UD is the daily contact for the assigned BGC site and school personnel. The UD will maintain a positive relationship with parents of members and communicate any concerns. The planning, promoting, coordinating, and implementation of the school site program is completed in cooperation with assigned staff.

General maintenance and supervision of the classroom, playfield, and other spaces permitted for use is expected. Conduct program supervision within the Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and GEV program policies, procedures, and philosophies.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervise club members and provide leadership and guidance to YDP staff members.
• Ensure that staff members facilitate successful implementation of all programs and activities within Club policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with teachers and curriculum advisors to ensure quality of academic homework as needed.
• Ensure the posting of daily and weekly schedules are promptly displayed, on both bulletin and white boards.
• Communicate any concerns with parents and keep them updated on new information.
• Employee must always maintain a positive and professional attitude/demeanor while working.
• Keep an open line of communication with principal and school personnel. Check in frequently to ensure seamless care of school site.
• Manage member registration and those not attending on Vision. Conduct daily attendance check in and check out.
• Collect monthly payments by the first day of the month (applicable sites only).
• Follow the Recruitment and Retention Policy to recruit new members.
• Communicate all information at a weekly meeting with staff.
• Attend Unit Director meetings once a week.
• Requisition of equipment and supplies as needed. Maintain inventory and control of all equipment and supplies related to the program.
• Immediately report safety hazards and concerns to Program Directors.
• Prepare Accident, Incident, and Program Reports as needed.
• Conduct NYOI surveys and create a plan for implementation of findings.
• Collect principal, teacher, and parent surveys at year end.
• Maintain a general knowledge of Boys & Girls Club philosophy. Be knowledgeable and aware of activities, calendars, and special events of the Club.
• May be required to work outside scheduled hours and some weekends.
• May be required to drive Club vehicle as needed (regular passenger van).

Knowledge/

Skills Required:

• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in varying environments
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Learn mission, language, and goals of the organization
• Ability to organize time well
• Ability to use email, Vision, Google Docs and other necessary programs
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Knowledge of Youth Development
• Attend training sessions and seminars as related to working with youth

Club Values:

• Community – Sense of Belonging, Fellowship and Fun
• Knowledge – Willingness to Learn and Teach and Willingness to Adapt
• Empathy – Acts of Kindness, Active Listening, Understanding and Compassion
• Acceptance – Mindfulness, Inclusivity and Judgement Free
• Transparency – Direct Communication and Honesty
• Accountability – Acknowledgement and Ownership
• Leadership – Lead by Example, Inspirational, Setting Boundaries and Mentor

Mission Statement:

It is our mission to inspire and enable all young people to recognize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

Vision Statement:

Provide a world-class Club experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who walks through our doors with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.

Physical Requirements:

The Physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.…