Program Specialist (Sports, Fitness, and Recreation

Program Specialists plan, develop, implement, supervise and evaluate activities provided within a specific program area, such as Education and Career Development, Technology, Character and Leadership; Health and Life Skills; The Arts; Sports, Fitness and Social Recreation.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities)

Sports, Fitness, and Social Recreation Specialist

Responsible for overseeing the planning, development, implementation, supervision and evaluation of a broad range of programs that support knowledge and skills related to health, nutrition, fitness, inter-personal communication and teamwork. Programs include: nutrition, calisthenics, teambuilding, co-ed sports, sports leagues, gamesroom activities and more.

Prepare Youth for Success

Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:

• promote and stimulate program participation

• register new members and participate in their club orientation process

• assist youth with goal setting and skills development

• provide guidance and role modeling to members

Program Development and Implementation

• Effectively develop and implement programs, services and activities for members and visitors.

• Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the branch at all times.

• Prepare periodic activity reports, administer surveys, track progress and make continuous program improvements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with youth and understanding of youth development

• An ability to work with diverse ages, including teens Demonstrated experience conducting youth activities in at least one of the designated Core Areas High School Diploma or GED BA/BS in the Arts, Education, Child Development, Behavioral Sciences, Recreation or a related field is highly desirable

• NCLB (No Child Left Behind) certification required or a minimum of 48 units completed from an accredited university

• Negative TB test

• CPR and First Aid Certification (Within 30 days of hire) Fingerprinting/criminal background check is required

• Proficient in communicating in English (reading, writing, speaking)

• Second language highly desirable

• Proficient in Microsoft Office platform

• Available on Fridays to attend staff meetings

JOB COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES) KNOWLEDGE The Arts & Cultural Enrichment Specialist must have a demonstrated knowledge of youth development, safe and appropriate activities for youth, and understanding of the culture and community in which the clubhouse is located. EXPECTED SKILLS AND ABILITIES Team Building (Able to convince members to work toward a common goal) Decision Making (Able to formulate sound approaches to problems using the available information) Motivational (Able to motivate youth and manage behavior problems) Communication (Able to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing) Interpersonal (Able to work well with a wide range of people) Time Management (Able to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines) Conflict Resolution (Able to encourage youth to seek peaceful approaches to addressing problems and conflict) Diversity Orientation (Able to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, or religion) Project Management (Able to plan, implement, and supervise safe, quality programs for youth)

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participation in special programs and/or events beyond regular hours, including weekends

• Must attend staff meetings and participate in staff training events

• May be required to drive Club van

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff and volunteers, Club members, and supervisor(s) to receive and provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines, provide instructions, teach, advise and counsel.

External: Maintains contact with external community groups, partner agencies, schools, parents and others to achieve youth development goals and outcomes.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequent standing and walking; occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds at waist height); hear and understand speech at normal levels; and speak so that others may understand at normal levels.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Boys & Girls Clubs are often stressful, busy and noisy environments. Program Specialists are expected to work in situations where many member and facilities related activities take place at the same time.

REPORTS TO: Unit or Site Director

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt

Department: Operations

Performance Profile Source: Youth Development Professional