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Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County · 1 month ago

Cleveland KidsCare Program Coordinator - PM

Elkhart, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$15.25/hr - $16.75/hr

1+ years exp

Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County have been changing children’s lives for over 65 years! This position leads the implementation of programs and activities for youth ages 5-12, focusing on fostering positive identity, education, and community involvement.

EducationNon ProfitSocial

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, coordination, and supervision of daily programs and activities that are engaging, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with BGCEC mission and goals

Develop and manage program schedules to ensure balanced, structured, and fun experiences for all members

Supervise and support program staff, providing guidance, direction, and feedback to ensure consistent implementation of KidsCare standards and youth development practices

Maintain a safe and positive environment by ensuring members understand and follow behavioral expectations, staff maintain proper supervision, and program areas are clean and free of hazards

Respond promptly to safety issues, behavioral incidents, or emergencies, completing required reports and communicating with leadership as needed

Utilize Youth Development Strategies to promote members’ sense of belonging, competence, usefulness, and influence

Communicate effectively and regularly with parents, guardians, and school staff to ensure strong partnerships and coordinated support for youth

Collect program fees and process payments in accordance with procedures and financial policies

Serve as a role model of respect, responsibility, and integrity, reinforcing the Organization’s culture of trust, character, and inclusion

Perform administrative tasks such as attendance, reporting, supply management, and staff scheduling as assigned

Participate in staff meetings, required trainings, and ongoing professional development

Perform other related duties as required

Qualification

Youth development experienceGroup supervision experienceBilingualCommunication skillsTeam playerSelf-starterInterpersonal skills

Required

High School diploma or GED is required

Must be at least 18 years old

Demonstrated competence working with youth ages 5-12

Minimum one year experience in a role overseeing school-aged children in a group supervision setting

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Team player with high energy and strong interpersonal skills

Self-starter, drive, high level of expectations and performance for self and others

Ability to move continuously throughout program areas (walking figure-8 patterns, bending, kneeling, reaching) for extended periods of time

Must be able to visually and audibly monitor children in variety of settings (indoor and outdoor)

Ability to maintain composure and make quick, sound decisions in emergency or behavioral situations

Position may require standing/sitting for extended periods of time, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, bending at the waist, and ability to lift, carry, pull or otherwise move objects up to 20lbs