Program Director - West Kauai Clubhouse

Role:
Program Director

Reports to:

Clubhouse Director

Location:

West Kauai

Status:
Exempt

The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Hawaii is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. The after‑school hours have become a critical time for youth – a time when many children in our communities are left to fend for themselves without positive adult supervision. We provide a safe place filled with hope and opportunity, ongoing relationships with caring adult mentors, and enriching programs.

• Lots of opportunities to grow!
• Community: work with inspiring and awesome co‑workers. This is rated as the #1 reason BGCH employees love working at BGCH!
• Purpose:
  
  An opportunity to make the world a better place for those youth who need us the most!
• 19 days of PTO (full time) plus your Birthday Holiday! We offer PTO for part‑time team members too!
• Up to 17 Paid Holidays a year!
• 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (over 20 hours). Discounts are offered for your family too (employee to pay).
• Pension with an 8% match of your salary (after working a designated # of hours).
• Free Life Insurance (over 30 hours a week).
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Amazon Gift Card for your Anniversary! And a Starbucks Gift Card every year to buy a treat for your Birthday!
• BGCH Fun Days to be celebrated with your Club/department!
• BGCH is committed to Investing in Your professional Development!

This position is responsible for managing the delivery of a broad range of youth development programs, which drive increased participation in an outcome‑driven Club experience. The Program Director will be responsible for overseeing the daily program to ensure quality targeted programming and priority outcomes. This includes accountability for member recruitment/enrollment and program management, supervision of program staff, family involvement, school relationships, summer program management and assuring that members are provided with programming that promotes physical activity, pro‑social engagement, community service, career and academic development.

The Program Directors are expected to share best practices and collaborate effectively with their peers across the organization and in the community. In the absence of the Clubhouse Director, the Program Director assumes all responsibilities of the Clubhouse operations.

• You have a four‑year degree in related field from an accredited college/university or a combination of secondary education and experience. Related work experience at a responsible level may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.
• Three years management experience, 5+ years preferred.
• Must possess a valid State of Hawaii driver’s license, have daily access to a car and current no‑fault auto insurance and a good driving record. Must also be able to drive a multi‑passenger van to transport staff and/or members.
• Knowledge and/or experience working with a non‑profit youth development agency, Boys & Girls Club experience preferred.
• Ability to work with youth, including “at‑risk” youth. Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems.
• Proficient skill with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good organization and attention to detail, professional presence, strong customer relations skills and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Expertise in youth development principles, ability to motivate youth in a positive way.
• Proven ability to manage large groups of children.
• Must have the physical skills to meet the physical demands of all program activities.
• Experience working with and collaborating with external agencies, especially those that serve young people.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience hiring, training and supervising staff/volunteers.
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn and implement new ideas.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to pass background, drug and driving record checks.
• Must be able to function…