Program Director - Pederson McCormick

Job Details

Job Location:

Pedersen McCormick Club - Chicago, IL 60640

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree (Bachelors)

Salary Range: $73,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage:
Negligible

Job Shift: Full Time Hours

Job Category:
Childcare/After School

Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.

• Health Coverage:
  Includes health, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family have access to essential care.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  Generous PTO policy, including paid holidays, to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Employee Assistance Plan:
  Our EAP offers access to counseling services, resources, and referrals, ensuring you have the tools you need to thrive in all areas of life.
• Life Insurance:
  Life insurance coverage to provide peace of mind.
• Retirement plan:
  The 401(k) plan including employer contributions after 1 year of service.
• Professional Development:
  Take advantage of ongoing professional growth opportunities through workshops, training programs, and other learning initiatives.
• Workplace Culture:
  We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion at every level of the organization.

The Program Director plans and implements the delivery of exciting, engaging and age-appropriate programs within the priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship for youth between the ages of 5 and 18. The Program Coordinator will incorporate youth development principles; provide guidance to club members; and provide leadership and supervision to assigned program and volunteer staff.

• Plan and implement designated programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes:
• Establish program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
• Oversee the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of programs areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members.
• Measure program effectiveness.

• Effectively implement and administer programs, services, and activities for youth.
• Maintain program goals and settings that insure the health and safety of members. Ensure program areas are safe and the club equipment is maintained in good working condition.
• Monitor and evaluate programs and activities to ensure safety of members, quality of services and appearance of the Club at all times.
• Offer youth a broad array of academic and enrichment opportunities that complement and support school
• Prepare periodic reports

• Maintain and care for Club supplies and equipment
• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in assigned staff meeting
• Responsible for taking a leadership role in the Club Manager’s absence

• May assist with special programs and /or events and/or participate in the implementation of other activities as necessary.
• May be responsible for light housekeeping and cleaning
• May consult with parents concerning member and club issues.

• Four-year degree in related field from an accredited college or university, or a combination of education/equivalent experience.
• A minimum of three years’ work experience in a youth development organization and/or social service experience working with children.
• Experience in planning and…