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Position: Before School Program Staff

Location: Boys & Girls Club of Ridgefield

Status: Part Time

Supervised by: Senior Program Director/Director of Club Operations

Hours: Monday-Friday: 6:45AM-9:15AM

JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Senior Program Director/Director of Club Operations – Assists in supervision of the Boys & Girls Club of Ridgefield’s Before School Program.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Two years’ experience working with children of all ages preferred. 
• CPR/First Aid Certified Preferred
• Background Check Required
• Commitment to a positive, fun and team-oriented working environment 
• Demonstrated history of responsibility, dependability, and maturity
• Ability to be flexible, creative and adaptable to situations

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and run activities for members during Before School Program
• Maintain a safe environment for all members and follow safety procedures as set forth by BGCR.
• Maintain a general knowledge of BGCR philosophy, activities, calendars and special events of the club.
• Maintain a current working knowledge of procedures and policies of the club. Support and enforce all club policies and procedures.
• Maintain a professional and positive demeanor at all times.
• Work scheduled hours: Monday through Friday as assigned.
• Assist with collaboration and coordination of activities and programs with other components of the club.
• Conduct daily programs in a way that generates interest and increases participation of youth in all areas.
• Develop, implement and promptly display weekly program activities evolving around assigned programs.
• Assist with the cleaning of designated room and areas used.
• Immediately report hazards, concerns and dilemmas to Senior Program Director/Director of Club Operations.

Physical Requirements:

The employee must remain physically fit enough to keep children safe in an emergency. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment can range from quiet to moderate in office settings and usually loud in recreation and play settings when children are present.