Teen Coordinator (Mays) at BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SAN ANTONIO

123 Ralph Ave.

SUMMARY:

The Teen Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising all teenagers (13-18) related activities and events, for supervising teens in the building and related areas for exercising due care for Boys & Girls Clubs' property and for preparing activities and other reports as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To assist in planning and executing coordinated and integrated activities and programs for teens age 13-18 in the branch/Teen Center and community.
• To promote and stimulate teen membership and teen participation activities in the branch.
• To supervise volunteers to implement program activities.
• To assist in providing effective public relations with teens, parents, volunteers and the community.
• To provide positive, informal guidance and counseling.
• To knowledgeably communicate the goals, objectives, programs and activities of the branch, relating to teens.
• To be accountable for supervision of the teens and the for assigned equipment and supplies.
• To place referrals with outside agencies when appropriate.
• To record statistical program data and report on a weekly/monthly basis to Teen Director/Branch Director.
• To conduct job and career preparation training, to provide teens with information and access to higher education (college) opportunities and to utilize community assets in preparing teens for future opportunities.
• To perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts Degree plus 1 year experience in youth recreational programs or 5 years experience in youth recreation with both social recreation and physical recreation experience.
• Acceptable driving record and a willingness to drive a 14-passendger van. 
• Must be at least 21 years or older. .
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Must possess good character and decision making skills.
• Must possess a sincere interest in children, maturity, self-control, and sound judgment.
• Must have working knowledge of positive youth development and positive behavior management skills.
• Must possess problem solving skills and be able to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
• Must have the energy and ability to get things done within specific time frames.
• Must support the organization's mission, vision, and goals.
• Must uphold the policies and procedures of the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio.
• Possess record keeping skills.
• Possess skills for communicating clearly and knowledgeably.
• Possess and demonstrate the ability to function objectively and fairly in all aspects, including discipline.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Commitment to Excellence: Identifies what needs to be accomplished and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations.
Values: Understands, embraces, and integrates values into everyday duties and responsibilities.
Customer Service: Identifies and responds to current and future needs by providing excellent service to internal and external customers.
Safety and Security: Promotes a safe work environment for co-workers and customers.
Teamwork: Resourceful team player that builds, strengthens and maintains collaborative relationships with others inside or outside the organization

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Must be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work in an office atmosphere as well as classroom and gymnasium, all areas of the branch facility, and indoor or outdoor athletic fields, and outdoor environment.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS:

It is the Boys & Girls Clubs philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.