Teen Program Director

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


In collaboration with Youth Center Director, oversee the Teen Programming for youth ages 14-19 including:

  • Create and deliver a variety of youth programs that engage teens in developmentally appropriate projects ranging from social, recreational, educational and enrichment activities.
  • Develop and maintain a safe and supportive environment that responds to and supports the needs and interests of each child and fosters positive and supportive relationships with and between youth and staff.
  • Ensure programs meet standards of high-quality, best practices in Youth Development.
  • Provide outreach to and develop partnerships with other youth-serving agencies.
  • Promote Youth Center activities and programming to attract new members, volunteers and collaborating partners.
  • Supervise Part-time Youth Workers and provide ongoing feedback and support.
  • With Youth Center Director, assist with the recruitment, hiring and training of staff.
  • Maintain ongoing documentation of daily activities, work with youth, families, and staff.
  • Maintain accurate records including attendance, finances, incidents reports, etc.
  • Participate in ongoing program evaluations, both internal and external.
  • Participate in ongoing staff development programs to enhance program practices and quality.
  • Manage program budget, spending and tracking.
  • Participate in Youth Programs' committees.
  • Maintain program materials and supplies.
  • Plan and implement Youth Center and related community events.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.
  • Minimum of three years' experience managing youth programs and supervising staff.
  • Background in Youth Development and understanding of social/emotional needs of teens/youth.
  • Experience in working with urban youth.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attentiveness to detail and ability to follow through with multiple projects.
  • Experience with collaborative, team-oriented environments.
  • Interpersonal skills that excel in cultural sensitivity, respect for differences, and effective communication.
  • The City of Cambridge's workforce, like the community it serves, is diverse. Applicants must have the ability to work and interact effectively with individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT


Main work environment is busy Youth Center. The noise level can be extremely loud. Youth Centers include classroom like settings, open environments & gymnasium.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS


Must be able to lift fifty pounds and participate in activities that require physical exertion.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

  • Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Vacation and Sick leave eligible
  • Sick Incentive Pay Eligible
  • 3 Personal days
  • 14 Paid Holidays
  • Management Allowance, $2,700/year
  • City employee commuter benefits (T-Pass reimbursement, Bluebikes membership, EZRide Shuttle membership)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS


Please upload the following documents to complete your application.

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

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