Program Specialist-Bayfield

JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Program Specialist DEPARTMENT: Program REPORTS TO: Site Director JOB SUMMARY: A program specialist implements and supervises all programs and activities provided at a Club site or program area during our summer and/or after-school program. WORK SCHEDULE (depends on location and season) School year Bayfield school site: Fridays 7:30am-4:30pm Summer Mon-Thurs shifts fall between 7:30a-5:30p MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Promote safety of members, quality in programs, and appearance of the Club site at all times. 2. Provide guidance and role modeling to members. 3. Promote and stimulate program participation, welcome new members and participate in their orientation process. 4. Participate in weekly staff meetings. 5. Assist in planning and conducting programs and activities. 6. Recognize members for participation in program activities. 7. Maintain the cleanliness of the program area on an ongoing basis. 8. Maintain daily contact with club staff, club members, supervisor and volunteers to receive/provide information, discuss issues, and understand guidelines/instructions. 9. Performs other duties as assigned. SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE PREFERRED: - High School diploma or GED. - Experience in working with children. - Knowledge of youth development. - Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems. - Ability to deal with the general public. - Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth. - Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment. - Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications (or the ability to be certified). DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.