Program - Serving Lancaster School District

Position: Program Support - Serving Lancaster School District 2025-2026
POSITION:
Program Support (Part-time, Seasonal, approximately 15-20 hours/week)

Serving schools within Lancaster School District in the areas spanning from Division Street and Ave L to 15th Street East and Ave. H. Site location and district may vary based on organization needs. LancSD programs typically operate within the hours of 1:30pm - 6:00pm M-F, with occasional minimum days (start time as early as 11:20am on Tuesdays) and extended hours for site preparation, trainings, meetings, etc.

Hourly Pay: $18.00

LOCATION:

Various School Sites Within Lancaster School District

START AND END DATE:
July 22, 2025 to June 5, 2026

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Provide mentorship and engage youth members (Grades TK-6th) in activities and programs, which enables them to develop self-confidence and reach their full potential as productive, responsible, caring citizens. Directs the planning and implementation of National Club Programs and Local Initiative Activities that will leave a positive impact on youth members, while maintaining a positive, safe environment and atmosphere at all times.

KEY ROLES (Essential

Job Responsibilities ):

* Oversee the implementation of designated Site programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes and program quality.

* Maintain Site program goals and settings that insure the health and safety of members.

* Effectively communicate standards of program; ensure program areas are safe and that School and Site equipment is maintained in good working condition.

* Maintain the quality and expectations of Site programs on a continual basis and ensures programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity.

* Follow the direction and guidance given by the Site Coordinator and Program Director to ensure program quality.

* Assist in the monitoring of work assigned to program volunteers, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal.

* Assist in Site record keeping and grant reporting to be sure compliance expectations are met.

* Maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times.

* Develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with members and staff.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS:

1. Leadership

* Develop commitment from members to ensure active participation in Programs and Activities.

* Empower members to be leaders through positive role modeling.

* Facilitate Grant Required Activities and National Program activities in the following areas:
Character & Leadership, Education & Career Development, Health & Life Skills, The Arts, and Sports, Fitness, & Recreation.

* Provide recognition to members through positive validations, healthy incentives, and affirmation on a regular basis.

* Team building mentality is exemplified in all work done.

* Positively influence and uplift members and other affiliates.

2. Employee Expectations

* Attend and participate in Staff Training's, which is essential to professional development.

* Follow all policies and procedures at all times, including the Club's Code of Conduct, which can be found in the Employee Handbook.

* Follow the direction given by the Program Coordinator to ensure site expectations are met.

3. Communication

* Must be able to inform important and relevant site information in staff meetings and to members, co-workers and supervisors.

* Must be able to listen to co-workers, parents, youth members and community and other Boys & Girls Club affiliates.

* Must be able to present important and relevant site information to supervisors.

* Must be able to write and compose clear, concise, accurate written documentation and data reports as necessary.

4. Supervision & Safety

* Must be able to supervise up to 20 youth and keep members engaged and safe during program time.

* Provide sound and reasonable discipline to youth members at necessary times through written documentation (i.e. ), and report to the Program Coordinator.

* Practice and constantly be aware of safe practices like Crisis Management, Emergency Preparedness, CPR and First Aid, etc.

* Maintain a clean and orderly work space at all times.

5. Other Duties as Necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Expectations

* Must be at least 18 years of age and have valid identification.

* Work experience with a Boys & Girls Club or other youth serving organization.

* Must have reliable transportation and the ability to get to and from work at the scheduled times.

* The Club has a mandatory overtime policy when required. This could extend your workday and/or may require working on Saturdays as needed. You must be available for this type of work schedule.

* Must have CPR/First Aid Certification upon employment (Adult, Child, Infant preferred) - Must be an in-person training, online certifications will not be accepted.

* Ability to organize, supervise, and reinforce positive behavior from members.

* Must pass a background check, TB and drug test.

* Must obtain Serve Safe Certification as applicable to the site(s).

2. Education/Skills

* High School Diploma or equivalent required.

* Instructional Aide Qualified…