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Group Leader at Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg, Leominster and Gardner – LEOMINSTER, Massachusetts

Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg, Leominster and Gardner
LEOMINSTER, Massachusetts, 01453, United States
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Salary:$17.00 - $20.00/hrEmployment Type:Part-TimeExperience Level:NoneMinimum Education:BA/BS/Undergraduate

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About This Position

Position Description:

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Group Leader implements activities within club program areas, supporting our priority outcome areas of Character and Leadership Development, Education and Career Development, Health and Life Skills, The Arts and Sports, Fitness and Recreation.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Prepare Youth for Success

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

  • Promote and stimulate program participation
  • Provide guidance and role modeling to members

Program Implementation

Effectively implement programs, services and activities for members

Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure Club and child safety, quality programs

  • Track and assess outcomes through periodic activity reports.

Supervision

Supervise an assistant group leader

Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly staff meetings.

Report to Director weekly

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. May participate in special programs and/or events.
2. May be required to drive Club van.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/ instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
External: Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
Must be at least 18 years of age and meet one of the following set of requirements
Work under the direct supervision of a Group leader, and have a high school diploma or equivalent; or be currently enrolled in a high school program or equivalent.
Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications
Valid State Drivers License
Collaborative, energetic, reliable and flexible team member who is committed to children and our mission.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg and Leominster is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as part of its commitment and responsibility to children and their families, all staff and volunteers must agree to a thorough screening process prior to acceptance into the organization and annually. Screening includes in person interview(s), reference check(s), Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) review, and Sexual Offender Record Information (SORI) review.
DISCLAIMER:
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.
Compensation and benefits commensurate with education and experience

Job Location

LEOMINSTER, Massachusetts, 01453, United States

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