Program Aid / Specialist- Upcountry ( Upstate SC)

Classification Part-time; Monday-Friday between the hours of 2-6 : 30 pm; 3-4 hours a day; $15 an hour; August-May; summer hours vary at the following locations :

• Abner Creek Middle School
• Beech Springs Middle School
• Berry Shoals Elementary School
• Duncan Elementary School
• D.R. Hill Middle School
• Florence Chapel Middle School
• Lyman Elementary School
• Tyger River Elementary

General Function :

Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise activities and programs. Promote safety of members, quality of programs and appearance of the Club at all times. Program Specialist / Aid Subs will only report to work when needed to sites in their selected region.

Knowledge, skills and abilities :

Ability to deal effectively with staff, youth, parents, local community leaders, schools and churches

Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of youth development.

BI-LINGUAL IN ENGLISH / SPANISH A PLUS

Understand the Clubs' philosophy, vision and goals

Ability to establish and cultivate positive relationships with youth

Minimum Education and Experience :

High School Diploma / GED or college degree. 6 months to 2 years program delivery experience. (Hourly rate depends on level of education / experience)

Job Responsibilities :

Demonstrate and promote Core Values

Implement Curriculum

Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise programs and activities

Provide guidance and role modeling to members

Design colorful and informative displays and bulletin boards promoting program areas

Assist in the execution of national projects and exhibits

Mentor and inspire youth, adults and volunteers in the creative process

Keep records of participants, schedules, attendance, and program results

Mandatory First Aid / CPR

Other duties as assigned

Physical and Mental Requirements :

Must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Ability to get along with diverse personalities while at all times displaying tact, maturity, and flexibility. Physical requirements include sight, hearing, standing for up to four hours per day, and ability to implement programs. Skills essential for success include speaking, writing, and knowledge of the computer.

Environment & Working Conditions :

After-school / Recreational settings that include being in / outdoors. Occasional weekend and evening work to support the organization's fundraising events and activities.