GENERAL FUNCTION

It is the Academic Support Staff’s responsibility to fill in for absent staff with regards to organizing, supervising, directing and promoting educational, recreational, arts & craft or technology activities in whatever program area, or whichever Club site to which they are assigned for the day at the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Ventura. Programs should include large group activities, small group and individual activities, tournaments, social skill development, homework assistance, art projects, etc. The Academic Support Staff reports directly to the Branch Director.

This position is part-time

SKILLS

• Must possess organizational and motivational skills as well as written and oral communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to market activities to members.
• Must have working knowledge of various educational and/or recreational activities, and how to implement them or be willing to learn them.
• Must be able to relate to all members.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Willing to attain First Aid/CPR Certification. Administer First Aid/CPR when necessary. (Training to be the responsibility of the Boys & Girls Club.)
• Possession of a Class “C” license for over one year, and a clean drivers record (pre-requisite to driving Club vans)
• Proof of current personal auto insurance
• Educational requirements: Must be a High School graduate. Some college preferred.

JOB SEGMENTS

1. Plan and direct activities for Club members.
2. Assist in the development and promotion of educational, recreational activities through announcements, creation of flyers and postings on bulletin boards.
3. Lead activities in an upbeat, enthusiastic manner. Promote fair play, good morals and high self-esteem for all members.
4. Request supplies and equipment when needed through the Branch Director of the site for which you are working.
5. Responsible for inspecting program area and submitting maintenance requests as needed in order to assure that the program area is safe and in order. Assist in maintaining and repairing program equipment as needed.
6. Attain/CPR First Aid Certification if requested. Administer First Aid/CPR when necessary. (Training to be the responsibility of the Boys & Girls Club.)
7. Must be willing to work all Club-wide youth special events as needed.
8. Must be willing to work at special event fundraisers to benefit Club as needed.
9. Must be willing to drive Club vans to transport members to the Club and other program activities in approved club vehicles. Safety training will be provided.
10. Follow the employment rules and dress code as established by the Boys & Girls Club.
11. Perform all other duties as deemed necessary by the Branch Director to achieve the goals and objectives of the organization.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Able to stand for long periods of time in order to safely supervise a room of 20 or more youth and be able to prevent problems that may occur.
2. Able to run, throw or kick a ball to demonstrate physical activities for youth.
3. Able to handle tools that are needed for program delivery i.e.: computers, set up of chairs & tables, throwing/catching a ball, glue guns, scissors, paper cutter, copy machine, pencil sharpener, etc…
4. Able to reach above head for attaining and replacing program supplies.
5. Able to use cleaning supplies i.e. a mop, broom, dustpan, empty trash cans, launder Club towels, uniforms, etc…
6. Able to squat or stoop to pick things up or assist a child.
7. Able to transport yourself to your assigned worksite, another Boys & Girls Club of Ventura facility or any offsite scheduled training or meeting.
8. Able to follow the employment rules and dress code as established by the Boys & Girls Club to ensure the safety and quality of program delivery.
9. Able to fill out a supplies request or facility maintenance order when needed by the Department Coordinator

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Must have the physical skills abilities for the working conditions that are required to perform the essential duties of this position, as required by the American with Disabilities Act. The physical skills might include sitting or standing for long periods of time, walking and carrying or lifting items up to 40 pounds at one time, squatting, bending over, twisting, or repetitive motions. These activities might be in addition to other physical skills that are needed to complete the job description.

DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

EFFECT ON END RESULT

To assure the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Ventura has a well-organized, well-supervised and safe program in your assigned area. Also, to achieve maximum participation from Club members in program activities.