Youth Program Director Jobs in Springfield, MA (NOW HIRING)

Boys & Girls Club of Chicopee in Chicopee, MA is looking to hire a full-time Out of School Time (OST) Youth Development Program Manager. Do you love working with children and teens? Are you looking for a meaningful position where you make a difference? Would you like to join an amazing nonprofit with a great mission? If so, please read on!

This nonprofit program management position earns a competitive salary of $50,000 - $52,000/year, depending on experience. We provide fantastic benefits and perks, paid sick time, paid birthdays off, employee appreciation days, and opportunities to earn gift cards through annual work anniversary prize wheel spins. Additionally, we offer our Out of School Time (OST) Youth Development Program Manager a generous healthcare package including 100% employer-paid health, short-term disability, long-term disability, and group life insurance as well as 33% employer-paid family health insurance and access to dental, vision, and other supplemental plans. On top of that, we also provide a 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% match, 15 paid holidays, paid vacation, and personal time off (PTO). If this sounds like the right nonprofit program management opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF CHICOPEE

Everything we do at the Boys & Girls Club of Chicopee is done with one goal in mind: to help every child achieve success. With roots dating all the way back to 1860, we have remained steadfast in our mission to help kids thrive. We provide youth from ages 5 to 18 with a safe place to develop themselves and form connections with their peers. Our staff leads regular programs and activities that encourage positive development within the areas of academic success, healthy lifestyles, and good character and citizenship. We strive to create an environment where every child can prosper!

Every employee is important here because every person makes a direct impact on our members. We foster a family-like atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable expressing themselves and having a good time. At our core, we are about having fun and helping each other. We are incredibly thankful for our awesome team, which is why we offer generous benefits and an amazing work culture.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN OUT OF SCHOOL TIME (OST) YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM MANAGER

As an Out of School Time (OST) Youth Development Program Manager, you are responsible for effectively planning and executing our nonprofit's daily youth programs. You are an organizational master who coordinates our programs' many moving parts to ensure we create the best possible environment for our members. Working alongside your team, you plan and implement positive activities that promote development in areas such as the arts, technology, physical education, and social recreation. You also coordinate fun activities such as monthly birthday celebrations and Fun Fact Fridays as well as implement national club programs.

You strategically assign staff members to lead programs according to their interests and skills, providing additional training when necessary. As needed, you assist with the interviewing and hiring process as well as ensure everyone has the proper licenses. During the programs, you observe the activities to make sure everything goes smoothly. If a staff member needs assistance with the program or with a disruptive child, you are happy to step in and help handle the situation. You conduct regular staff checks to ensure everyone meets performance metrics and maintains a good attendance record. Additionally, you measure the success of our programs by comparing their outcomes to our target goals, and you use this information to improve future activities.

The safety of our members and our staff is your number one priority, so you are always on the lookout for potential hazards or dangerous situations. You ensure every employee follows our safety policies and guidelines, quickly intervening if you notice a problem. Committed to continually improving, you attend regular training to keep your knowledge fresh and become the best resource you can for our members. You take great pride in performing this incredible program management job and personally making a difference in so many children's lives!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN OUT OF SCHOOL TIME (OST) YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM MANAGER

• 21+ years old
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Associate degree OR 3+ years of combined education, training, and experience in a nonprofit organization involved in youth development or secondary education
• 1+ year of supervised work experience or one practicum OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working with youth aged 5 - 18
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management
• Valid driver's license
• Willingness to comply with company policy regarding background checks

Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills? Are you a creative thinker full of fresh ideas? Can you effectively prioritize multiple tasks? Are you highly observant and detail-oriented? Do you have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills? Are you great at time management and task delegation? If yes, you might just be perfect for this program management position!

WORK SCHEDULE FOR AN OUT OF SCHOOL TIME (OST) YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM MANAGER

This program management position typically works Monday - Friday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM with a one-hour paid lunch break.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION?

If you feel that you would be right for this program management job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!