Junior Program Specialist - East Harlem

Position: Junior Program Specialist

Location: 321 East 111th St. New York, NY 10029

Salary Range: $25.00 per hour

Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

?About Us

Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.

??Job Summary

The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) Youth Specialist focuses on enhancing the social and emotional development of boys ages 7 – 12 while also providing resources for academic development. The Youth Specialist will assist the Youth Director in the creation, management, and facilitation of all programs. The Youth Specialist plays a key role as a mentor and resource for members and will co-lead workshops. Must be available for mandatory training.

Responsibilities?

· Work closely with other BCNY staff to create and execute outreach and recruitment plans for the youth member population

· Actively participate in all programs for youth, including weekend camping sessions and off-site programs designed for the member

· Provide follow-up feedback on youth programming for future program development

· Conduct outreach to local schools and youth development programs

· Serve as an advocate and referral source for young men as they explore education; structure an environment that provides needed academic and emotional support

· Collaborate with Youth Director and Clubhouse staff to create and update new activities and programs

· Use behavior management strategies to defuse inappropriate behavior

· Attend required department meetings and professional development trainings

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications?

· Bachelor’s degree in in related field desirable, Associate’s required

· Minimum 3 years related work experience, preferably in a non-profit/public education organization

· Experience working with economically and educationally disadvantaged youth with a sound understanding of the social and cultural issues facing urban families

· Ability to create program goals and objectives, mentoring initiatives, and appropriate activities for members

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Understanding of strengths-based approaches to youth development

· Demonstrated leadership skills

· First Aid and CPR certification desirable

What We Offer

• PTO: Sick time only?

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The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer?

and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. ?If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.