Boys and Girls Club of Bristol
Bristol, CT, USA
30+ days ago
Full-time
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Essential Job Responsibilities:
• Works with the Director of School-Based Programs to develop and manage the annual budget and
strategic plan for the specific Clubhouse that you oversee
• Properly manage the revenue and expenses associated with the program site
• Design and oversee implementation of age appropriate educational and recreational curriculum assuring
we are meeting the needs of the children in all priority outcome areas – academic success, good
character and citizenship and healthy lifestyles
• Create, organize and post a weekly/monthly schedule of activities for parents and members to view
• Promote and stimulate interest in all programs
• Adhere to and have a thorough understanding of the State of CT licensing requirements
• Perform mock childcare inspections of the Clubhouse that you oversee
• Ensuring state mandated ratios and credentials are maintained at all times; assist in site coverage
• Ensure all necessary documents and accurate information regarding each child is on site
• Together with the Director of School-Based Programs, maintain all state licensing requirements for the
specific site that you oversee on site and at main Club
• Ensure safety in all program areas
• Establish and maintain effective communication with clients - with a strong base of customer service
skills
• Direct, train and manage part time staff; ensure registration with BGCA and Spillett Leadership
University
• Perform annual evaluations of Program Assistants
• Always model and use appropriate positive disciplinary techniques and train staff so discipline is
consistent.
• Will effectively market the school-based programs throughout the community to assure maximum
enrollments and enhance public relations
• Develop & maintain positive relations/communication with all Club building personnel, school personnel
(principal, secretary, teachers, custodians, etc.) and community leaders
• Maintain personnel records of all site staff and ensure that documents are updated and current
• Maintain professional development records of all site staff and ensure that self and staff meet continuing
education requirements.
• Serve as a positive role model for children in our program
• Exhibit competent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook.
• Maintain a professional demeanor that promotes teamwork among all School-age staff
• Complies with policies listed in the Before & After School Parent/Manual
• Perform any other duties as requested by the Director of School-Based Programs
Qualifications and Competencies:
• Twenty (20) years of age or older, as required by the State of CT, with the personal qualities needed to
supervise others
• A high school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Connecticut Head Teacher’s Certificate issued by the CT Office of Early Childhood - twelve (12) credits in
early childhood education or child development, elementary education, recreation, group social work or
a related field from an accredited institution of higher education AND Over not less than a nine (9)
month span of time: At least five hundred and forty (540) hours of documented supervised experience
working with children in a program that serves school-age children (within the age range of 5 years to
under 13 years)
• Thorough understanding of CT Office of Early Childhood Child Care Regulations
• Extensive management, supervisory, interpersonal and administrative skills
• Maintain current certifications for Epi-pen, First Aid, CPR, and Administration of Medication
• Tuberculin test & statement of good health from a licensed physician
• Possess the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality • High degree of organizational skill and
attention to detail
• Proven dependability.
• Must be able to successfully pass all security and background checks in accordance with regulatory
requirements
• Computer literate in business applications, including Microsoft Office
• Considerable knowledge of: the mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures of Boys & Girls
Clubs; of the principles and practices of non-profit organizations
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Experience in youth and program development, measuring outcomes and develop strategies that
improve outcomes
• A passion for helping children and families to achieve their greatest potential
• A proven ability to lead people towards the achievement of high goals