Program Director - Pittsfield

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

The Boys Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire is a dynamic organization that currently supports 200 staff working in 30 Early Childhood and Out of School Time programs with a large geographic footprint.Are you motivated to make a difference in the lives of children? Do you have the skills and dedication to support our team at the Boys Girls Club? If so, we invite you to apply ASAP.

The Program Director is responsible for coordinating, managing, and overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs and services for the Club's after-school program and summer camp. They will assist with the planning, development, and implementation of different programs where coverage is needed.

If you're looking to find fulfilling, meaningful work and the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of children as a capable and caring mentor, look no further.Of course, passion for your profession won't pay the bills we get that! which is why we offer competitive compensation and benefits. We care about your professional development and offer perks like tuition reimbursement and individualized career plans.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Duties

Prepares Youth for Success

• Plans and oversees the administration of designated programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes.
• Establishes program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
• Oversees the provision of day-to-day program activities in accordance with established Boys and Girls Club standards and goals.
• Ensures that all childcare licensing requirements per the NH Childcare Licensing Bureau are implemented.
• Ensures that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas / activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
• Demonstrates leadership to ensure proper conduct, safety, and development of members.

Program Development and Implementation

Supervision

Requirements

A program director in a school-age program shall be at least 20 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent, including but not limited to a General Equivalency Diploma (GED), a High School Equivalency Test (HiSet), or a Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC), and have at least one of the following :

(5) Current certification as an educator by the Department of Education; or

(6) Experience working with children totaling 2000 hours and :

a. Current certification as a para II educator by the Department of Education; or

b. Both of the following :

1. Documentation of enrollment in a course for at least 3 credits in child development, education, recreation, or other fields of study focused on children, through an accredited college or university and a written plan on file for completion of at least 3 additional credits as specified; and

2. Within 12 months of the date the individual begins working as a site director, documentation of successful completion of a total of at least 6 credits as specified in b.1. shall be on file for review by the department.

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS :

Nice To Haves

To learn more about our organization please visit www.nhyouth.org

Benefits

We offer an extensive benefits package. Benefits include :

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement (403B) Contribution

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement

Child Care Program

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

This job description is subject to change at the discretion of the Executive Director, Board, or organizational needs.

About Us

The Boys Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire provides early learning, out-of-school time programs, summer day camps, and basketball leagues to 1200 youth weekly throughout the central and northern New Hampshire. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who most need us, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. We offer a safe place to belong, caring adult mentors and programs covering everything from academics and leadership development to physical fitness and healthy habits.