Teen Services Coordinator

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Boys & Girls Clubhouse Director, the Teen Services Coordinator will be responsible for implementing teen programs and developing local resources for Club members ages 12-18. Programs will foster positive identity; education, employment, social, emotional and cultural competencies; community and civic involvement; health and life skills and a moral compass. Hours are from roughly 10:30 am‑7 pm Monday‑Friday, administrative time is given in the morning and program hours are from 3:30‑7.

• Provide year‑round teen program planning, seek out BGCA program opportunities, including conducting, monitoring and accessing teen interest surveys and input to obtain and maintain effective programming.
• Assist in the promotion and interpretation of the Club philosophies, methods and accomplishments as it relates to teen programming.
• Provide employment, health, life skills and training opportunities to Club teens using needs‑based and interest‑based programs.
• Assist with the promotion and implementation of all other teen program initiatives that reinforce a positive self‑identity.
• Compile state‑of‑the‑art teen resources, information and data to address current and future trends affecting teens.
• Participate in Club staff and advisory meetings to ensure teen interests and concerns are addressed in a manner consistent with, and in conformance with, the mission and policies of the Boys & Girls Club.
• Serve as a positive adult role model at all Club, local and national events.
• Serve as a liaison with BGCA Teen Services to maximize resources available for service to teens.
• Collaborate annually with other statewide Club staff to enhance teen programming.
• Assist with any additional projects as assigned by Club management.
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in Club's employee handbook and elsewhere.
• Coordinate and transport teens in Club vehicles for field trips, experiences, and programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation, behavioral sciences, education, administration or related fields.
• Minimum of three years working with children and adolescents, with at least one year of program management experience, preferably in designing and implementing programs for teens.
• Valid driver's license, ability to pass a pre‑driving drug test, ability to obtain a Class B drivers license

• Excellent human relations, verbal and written communications skills.
• Have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and the Internet.
• Ability to collaborate with other community‑based teen organizations and social service agencies.
• Knowledge of programs and resources available to create a well‑rounded teen program and the ability to establish positive peer working relationships.
• Ability to organize teen outreach events, including high school recruitment presentations.
• Capability to communicate the goals and objectives of the Club’s teen initiative.

Normal internal office environment. Must be able to work weekends and evenings. Possess skills to maintain up-to-date bulletin boards reflecting needs and interests of Club/community teen population. The model Teen Coordinator will thrive in an extraordinarily fast‑paced environment that features constant change, flexibility and a need to be innovative and creative.

Physical requirements include: sight, hearing, standing for more than four hours each day, other physical requirements needed to complete essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned. Necessary mental requirements include: concentration and focus on teen outreach and membership objectives.