Teen Enrichment Specialist

Position Description:
The Teen Enrichment Specialist’s primary responsibility is to ensure every child has a first-class after school experience. This is done by acting as a positive, engaging adult role model, teacher, coach, and mentor.

Teen Enrichment Specialists must have a genuine interest in the growth, development, and provision of a safe and nurturing environment for the students they teach, inspire, encourage, and impact.

The Teen Enrichment Specialist is a part-time, permanent position reporting to the Director of Workforce Development. The position will serve as a key staff member and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of service delivery, facility usage/maintenance and support the impact strategy of the BGC Central Orange
Coast relating to teen programming at one of our for club sites or partner high school sites.

The Teen Enrichment Specialist plans, develops and implements daily activities for youth ages 11-18, manages and documents program outcomes. The Teen Enrichment Specialist will work with the Teen Coordinator and Teen Empowerment Director to deliver high-quality programs and services that enhance the lives of teenaged Club youth and their families. This individual will act as a key member of teen programming and execute programs and services according to the needs and mission of Boys & Girls Club of Central Orange Coast in a passionate and compelling manner.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Commitment to Safety

1. Contribute to environment of safety through the learning and implementation and monitoring of all safety- related best practices, policies, and procedures.

2. Promote accountability to safety through consistent observation, adherence to all safety rules and practices and proactive communication among members, parents, peers, and leadership.

3. Obtain and maintain Mandated Reporter training and complete annual Child Abuse Prevention training.

4. Complete training and participate in all Emergency Preparedness protocols including drills and communication practices.

DISCLAIMER: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast requires a 4-point background check for all employees before hire and during employment that includes social security verification, local comprehensive criminal history search, national comprehensive criminal history search, and sex offender registry search. Per the organization’s Screening & Onboarding Policy, a person is ineligible to obtain employment with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast if such person has been convicted of any misdemeanor against children or any felony consisting of murder, child abuse, domestic violence, abduction or human trafficking, rape or sexual assault, arson, weapons, physical assault or battery, or drug possession (use or distribution) in the last five years.

Duties

• Supports Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast’s mission, “To ensure every child has mentors and champions in life.”
• Work as a mentor in an After-School Enrichment Program providing homework assistance, academic enrichment and fitness using curriculum and materials provided by Boys & Girls Club of Central Orange Coast and through the creation of curriculum and activities.
• Serve as a positive adult role model for children in the program through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging that kids want to be in.
• Support students in making positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.
• Promote positive interactions between parents and students in accordance with child safety guidelines.
• Maintain student safety by accurately completing and reviewing student attendance sheets.
• Identify student needs and communicate to General Manager, teachers, school administration, and/or parents as appropriate.
• Participate in staff development and training activities when needed after hours or on weekends.

Job Skills & Requirements

• High School Diploma and a minimum of 24-48 college units (provide proof upon interview).
• Be able to drive from to various sites for additional program support, meetings and trainings
• Have a drive to work with a diverse group of students from different socio-economical backgrounds and levels of educational preparedness.
• Exhibit the characteristics of strong leadership, patience, effective communication, and a consistent desire to learn and execute new programs.
• Time management, planning, and organization skills.
• Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public school setting.
• Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting).
• CPR & Basic First Aid certified preferred (provide proof upon interview).
• Proof of negative TB Test valid within the past 3 years from hire date.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Purchase or approve purchase of supplies and equipment.
2. Work with staff on special events to carry out programs in all departments.
3. Exercise authority in problems relating to members; utilize guidance and discipline plan.
4. May be required to drive Club vehicles periodically and must maintain appropriate driving record and up-to- date credentials.
5. Assume other duties as assigned.

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.