Job Description

Job Location: Ford Heights Club - Ford Heights, IL 60411
Position Type: Part TimeEducation
Level: 2 Year Degree (Associates)
Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Negligible
Job Shift: After School Hours/Summer Hours
Job Category: Youth DevelopmentThe Teen Reach Coordinator is responsible for the planning, organizing and implementing teen programs and evaluates activities and outcomes within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
Prepare Youth for Success
- Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes
- Promote and encourage program participation;
- Provide guidance and role modeling to members;
- Maintain a safe and respectful environment.
Program Development and Implementation
- Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for teen members, ages 11-18.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly lesson plans
- Completes mandatory reports accurately and provides documentation to supervisor as requested.
- Recruits members as needed to reach program goals
- Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure Club and child safety, quality programs and good appearance of the Club at all times. Track and assess outcomes through periodic activity reports.
Supervision
- Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly staff meetings
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED / College coursework preferred
- At least one year of experience working with youth ages 5 – 18 years old
- Knowledge of youth development
- Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
- Ability to maintain a high level of energy
- Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth
- Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
- Ability to deal with the general public
- Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications within 90 days of hire
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Ability to continuously stand, walk or sit. Ability to function for more than two hours on your feet.  Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently. Will be working in a Club environment with children.  Ability to be outdoors during all seasons occasionally. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays); retirement plan; and other employee benefits.