Santa Monica High School Site Coordinator in Santa Monica, California at Boys & Girls Club of Santa Monica

Summary of the Role

Our Club staff members are educators, coaches, mentors, community leaders, and ambassadors. They don’t just open the doors of our Clubs – they open the door to new worlds and possibilities for kids and communities.

When you join Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica, you are part of a talented, mission-driven team that is singularly focused on making sure every child can achieve their greatest potential. We are curious and compassionate, diverse and dedicated, inspired and inspirational. And we love what we do.

The SAMOHI Site Coordinator engages and mentors teens ages 13–18 by building meaningful relationships, growing club membership, and creating a welcoming, supportive environment. This role designs and leads engaging programs focused on academic success, leadership, character development, and career exploration. The Site Coordinator also supports Youth of the Year participants, collaborates with the Workforce Readiness & Post Graduation Specialist, and creates opportunities for teens to develop leadership skills through civic engagement, service, and volunteerism. The Site Coordinator plays a vital role in driving outreach and membership growth by building strong relationships with families, schools, and community partners.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Create positive and supportive relationships with teen members.
• Assure teens are safe and engaged in activities. This includes following all safety requirements for Boys & Girls Clubs.
• Develop outreach strategies for brand awareness and recruitment. Plans for field trips, cultural engagement activities, workshops, and civic engagement projects during the school year, out of school time, and over the summer.
• Collaborate with the Workforce Readiness & Post Graduation Specialist to increase the number of youth engaging in teen programming while supporting post-graduation development and opportunities.
• Design and implement emotionally intelligent and age-appropriate programming. This includes building Academic, Recreational and Enriching programming that allows teens to explore, be creative, and try new things.
• Track any relevant grant specific data or case notes as needed.
• Plan, support, and lead special projects and events for teens.

What we offer you

• Targeted Site Coordinator onboarding in your first 90 days.
• New hire orientation that breaks down the organization and your important, fun, connected place within it. You get to understand how your work drives our mission and makes an impact on kids’ lives.
• An employer who invests in its team!
• Commitment to DEI in the workplace, which means ensuring access, opportunity, and advancement for our diverse team.
• Plus: Making a difference by providing a fun and safe environment for youth!

Qualifications for the Ideal Candidate

Youth Development & Case Management: Demonstrated experience working with older youth and teens, including outreach and engagement, case management, relationship-building, and facilitation of inclusive, engaging programming.

Program Development: Ability to design and implement relevant, age-appropriate programming and curriculum that supports teen voice, curiosity, and development.

Communications: Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate your ideas clearly and for diverse audiences. Experience with digital platforms: Teams, Zoom, Excel, PowerPoint, and case management or databases are required. Daily use of case management software and email.

Leadership & Role Modeling: Demonstrates integrity, sound judgment, adaptability, patience, emotional intelligence, healthy boundaries, and the ability to serve as a positive role model.

Inclusive & Culturally Responsive Practice: Experience working with diverse populations and creating welcoming, inclusive environments where teens feel supported and valued.

Community Partnerships & Collaboration: Ability to build collaborative relationships with nonprofit organizations, school districts, colleges, universities, and interdisciplinary partners throughout Santa Monica and the greater Los Angeles area.

Teen Recruitment & Engagement: Proven experience recruiting youth for after-school programs and using effective outreach and engagement strategies to build rapport and increase participation.

Position Requirements: Fluent Spanish/English bilingual skills preferred; ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends; and ability to meet required background screening, TB testing, CPR/First Aid certification, and organizational or funder training requirements.

Extra Awesome Points:

• You have a teaching certificate or background in education.
• Broad knowledge base and understanding of Los Angeles Unified School District, youth-serving nonprofits and programs dedicated to teens and workforce readiness for young adults.
• Training and understanding of trauma-informed practices, SEL curriculum, and motivational interviewing.
• Experience designing programming, hosting events, workshops, and community engagement.
• Exposure to equity, diversity, inclusion, and access training or development opportunities