Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains, Inc.
Teen Director
Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains, Inc., Brookings, South Dakota, us, 57007
TITLE:
Teen Director
REPORTS TO:
Executive Director
CLASSIFIED:
Full-time, Exempt
MISSION:
To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Teen Center Director is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Teen Center at the Boys & Girls Club of Brookings, focusing on cultivating a positive, inclusive, and engaging atmosphere for youth aged 12-18. This position requires planning, implementing, and managing programs aimed at promoting the personal, academic, and social development of teens. The Teen Director will need to ensure that the Teen Center provides a safe and supportive environment for teens to develop important life skills, build meaningful relationships, and prepare for their future success. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and a passion for youth development, along with a commitment to the values and mission of the Boys & Girls Club, are essential for this role.
JOB DUTIES:
Lead, manage, and supervise Teen Center staff and volunteers.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and conflict resolution for club members, ensuring the physical and emotional safety of all teens.
Develop and implement programs that promote academic success, character and leadership, healthy lifestyles, and workforce readiness for teens.
Supervise the Youth Diversion Coordinator and foster a collaborative relationship with the Brookings County State's Attorney's Office.
Oversee the operations of Bobcat Plains Academy (BPA) and maintain a strong partnership with the Brookings School District to ensure seamless BPA programming in collaboration with the Teen Center.
Evaluate program effectiveness and adjust to meet the evolving needs of club members.
Coordinate special events, activities, and field trips that provide enriching experiences for teens.
Recruit, train, and supervise staff, volunteers, and interns working in the Teen Center.
Supervise assigned employees, which includes conducting regular performance evaluations and provide ongoing professional development opportunities for staff.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with school staff and community partners to provide holistic support for teens’ educational and social needs.
Uphold and enforce Club safety policies and procedures, including behavior management protocols.
Maintain appropriate ratios of staff to teens, ensuring compliance with Boys & Girls Club standard requirements.
Build strong, positive relationships with teens, serving as a mentor and role model.
Develop strategies to increase membership and ensure consistent attendance and participation.
Address member concerns and conflicts in a timely and effective manner, fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity.
Oversight of all major discipline and guidance challenges that arise at the Club.
Ensure and manage Club policies of behavior, special needs, youth success plans and safety are created and followed per Club policies and procedures.
Manage the Teen Center budget, including program supplies, grant monies, staffing, materials, and equipment.
Provide oversight for grants and ensure all programs meet requirements and deadlines.
Facilitate and attend Club training, including the monthly staff meetings.
Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, guardians, and community members.
Advocate for teens within the community, fostering a network of support for youth development initiatives.
Complete the annual Boys & Girls Club of America Impact Assessment.
Oversee the Youth of the Year Program, to include working with Elementary Staff to oversee the Jr. Youth of the Year Program.
Oversee recruitment and marketing efforts. Responsible for program updates in newsletters, publications, etc.
On snow and unexpected full days, covering all shifts to ensure the Club can open.
Responsible for working in collaboration with other community groups to enhance services.
Implement and manage the NYOI, youth and staff survey process for the Unit.
Other duties as assigned.
EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in youth development, education, social work, or a related field (preferred).
Experience working with youth of ages 12-18.
3-5 years of experience working with teens in a leadership or program management capacity.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement youth programs.
Strong and professional leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
Knowledge of adolescent development and experience in mentoring and motivating youth.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and program management software.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM Monday-Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required for special events or programs.
Must be able to understand, implement, and demonstrate principles of behavior management and other youth treatment modalities, per the Club trainings and values of fun, supportive relationships, recognition, opportunities and expectations, and safety.
Must be able to provide leadership, on-the-spot and reflective feedback, and supervision to assigned employees to ensure they too understand and demonstrate principles of behavior management and other youth treatment modalities, per the Club trainings and values of fun, supportive relationships, recognition, opportunities and expectations, and safety.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be of the mental and physical capacity to observe, interact, and communicate with youth, staff, volunteers, parents etc. at the Club to ensure safety of the space and others, provide guidance and reflection per the Club priority outcomes and goals.
Ability to stand/sit for extended periods of time throughout a shift.
Ability to operate several types of general office equipment including PC, telephone, copier, etc.
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace!
All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class. The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact Human Resources to communicate their request for accommodation at 605-692-3333.
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Teen Director
REPORTS TO:
Executive Director
CLASSIFIED:
Full-time, Exempt
MISSION:
To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Teen Center Director is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Teen Center at the Boys & Girls Club of Brookings, focusing on cultivating a positive, inclusive, and engaging atmosphere for youth aged 12-18. This position requires planning, implementing, and managing programs aimed at promoting the personal, academic, and social development of teens. The Teen Director will need to ensure that the Teen Center provides a safe and supportive environment for teens to develop important life skills, build meaningful relationships, and prepare for their future success. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and a passion for youth development, along with a commitment to the values and mission of the Boys & Girls Club, are essential for this role.
JOB DUTIES:
Lead, manage, and supervise Teen Center staff and volunteers.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and conflict resolution for club members, ensuring the physical and emotional safety of all teens.
Develop and implement programs that promote academic success, character and leadership, healthy lifestyles, and workforce readiness for teens.
Supervise the Youth Diversion Coordinator and foster a collaborative relationship with the Brookings County State's Attorney's Office.
Oversee the operations of Bobcat Plains Academy (BPA) and maintain a strong partnership with the Brookings School District to ensure seamless BPA programming in collaboration with the Teen Center.
Evaluate program effectiveness and adjust to meet the evolving needs of club members.
Coordinate special events, activities, and field trips that provide enriching experiences for teens.
Recruit, train, and supervise staff, volunteers, and interns working in the Teen Center.
Supervise assigned employees, which includes conducting regular performance evaluations and provide ongoing professional development opportunities for staff.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with school staff and community partners to provide holistic support for teens’ educational and social needs.
Uphold and enforce Club safety policies and procedures, including behavior management protocols.
Maintain appropriate ratios of staff to teens, ensuring compliance with Boys & Girls Club standard requirements.
Build strong, positive relationships with teens, serving as a mentor and role model.
Develop strategies to increase membership and ensure consistent attendance and participation.
Address member concerns and conflicts in a timely and effective manner, fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity.
Oversight of all major discipline and guidance challenges that arise at the Club.
Ensure and manage Club policies of behavior, special needs, youth success plans and safety are created and followed per Club policies and procedures.
Manage the Teen Center budget, including program supplies, grant monies, staffing, materials, and equipment.
Provide oversight for grants and ensure all programs meet requirements and deadlines.
Facilitate and attend Club training, including the monthly staff meetings.
Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, guardians, and community members.
Advocate for teens within the community, fostering a network of support for youth development initiatives.
Complete the annual Boys & Girls Club of America Impact Assessment.
Oversee the Youth of the Year Program, to include working with Elementary Staff to oversee the Jr. Youth of the Year Program.
Oversee recruitment and marketing efforts. Responsible for program updates in newsletters, publications, etc.
On snow and unexpected full days, covering all shifts to ensure the Club can open.
Responsible for working in collaboration with other community groups to enhance services.
Implement and manage the NYOI, youth and staff survey process for the Unit.
Other duties as assigned.
EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in youth development, education, social work, or a related field (preferred).
Experience working with youth of ages 12-18.
3-5 years of experience working with teens in a leadership or program management capacity.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement youth programs.
Strong and professional leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
Knowledge of adolescent development and experience in mentoring and motivating youth.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and program management software.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM Monday-Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required for special events or programs.
Must be able to understand, implement, and demonstrate principles of behavior management and other youth treatment modalities, per the Club trainings and values of fun, supportive relationships, recognition, opportunities and expectations, and safety.
Must be able to provide leadership, on-the-spot and reflective feedback, and supervision to assigned employees to ensure they too understand and demonstrate principles of behavior management and other youth treatment modalities, per the Club trainings and values of fun, supportive relationships, recognition, opportunities and expectations, and safety.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be of the mental and physical capacity to observe, interact, and communicate with youth, staff, volunteers, parents etc. at the Club to ensure safety of the space and others, provide guidance and reflection per the Club priority outcomes and goals.
Ability to stand/sit for extended periods of time throughout a shift.
Ability to operate several types of general office equipment including PC, telephone, copier, etc.
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace!
All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class. The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact Human Resources to communicate their request for accommodation at 605-692-3333.
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