Job Description
Job Description
Position: Teen Director
Location: 13301 41st Rd, Flushing, NY 11355
Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
About Us
Since 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) has been partnering with boys and young men
in after-school, weekend, and summer programs that support youth growth and development. BCNY’s two well-equipped clubhouses in East Harlem and Flushing and its wilderness camp in Harriman State Park offer activities and programs remarkable in their range. From swimming to robotics and enjoying ice skating in Central Park and a trip to the theatre on Saturdays, BCNY programs and events deepen interests and skills and are free of charge to members and their families. With the increase in youth directly impacted by the shelter and homelessness crisis in New York City, BCNY is dedicated to increasing equitable access to its free, high quality youth programs that foster brave spaces where boys and young men can connect, have fun and build lifelong friendships with peers and mentor. Part of that mission is our commitment to BCNY’s expansion sites in the Bronx and Brooklyn that engage members within their communities with the same youth-centered ethos the organization is known for. Our dedicated and highly skilled staff and our professional advisory council have made BCNY a leader in youth programming across the field and we invite you join our team as we partner with boys and young men as they journey through their childhoods and our clubhouses.
Job Summary
The Teen Director coordinates the development and implementation of BCNY’s out of school and summer day camp programming for boys, ages 13-21. He/she will oversee an annual budget that sustains a programmatic focus on leadership, character, life-skills, and healthy living. The Teen Director will run a series of programs that provide opportunities for youth to build knowledge, skills, and values in a meaningful and fun way by implementing evidence-based curriculum and lesson plans. The Teen Director hires and supervises frontline staff and volunteers, and works closely with the Clubhouse Director and program development staff to create effective programs and events.
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of age-specific programs and activities for boys grades 8-12 and post-secondary school through age 21 focusing on life skills, recreational, character development, college, internships and career readiness, Community engagement, and healthy living
- Ability to design and implement fun engaging, age-appropriate curricula that promote learning, creativity, and development
- Plan and conduct activities that provide members with empowerment, decision-making, and leadership opportunities
- Mentor and refer members for additional services, courses, and activities to support their personal, social, academic, and/or vocational growth
- Supervise and provide guidance and support to the Teen Specialist, oversee the staffing, and management of all part-time staff and volunteers, including staff recruitment, hiring, onboarding, evaluating performance, and coaching
- Maintain accurate and complete member records
- Establish and enforce behavioral expectations and procedures for maintaining order
- Organize special events and monitor staff and member participation and engagement
- Participate in all Clubhouse events including staff meetings, special events, and parent meetings
- Build strong relationships with members and families
- Manage expenses, budget tracking, and ensuring quality program implementation within budgetary limits
- Lead professional development, staff meetings, and trainings for part-time staff as needed
- Create a positive work atmosphere that fosters teamwork and a constructive exchange of ideas
- Ensure that all staff members adhere to behavior, discipline, and safety policies
- Passionate about working with children and creating a positive, engaging atmosphere for youth
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in in related field desirable; Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum 3 years related work experience, preferably working with youth
- Previous experience supervising staff
- Demonstrate expense management, budget tracking, and ensuring quality program implementation within budgetary limits
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
- Demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills, with ability to prioritize tasks and consistently meet deadlines.
- Mission-driven, result driven, and goal orientated, with a commitment to achieving program objectives.
- Capable of thriving both independently and collaboratively within a team-focused environment
- Skilled in addressing social-emotional learning needs and supporting youth development
- Adaptable and composed in a fast-paced, high pressure setting
- Demonstrated experience with activity planning, facilitation, and working with a like population
- Understanding of strengths-based approaches to youth development
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- First Aid and CPR certification desirable
What We Offer
- Paid time off
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement benefits
- Flexible spending account
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and much more
The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer
and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.