Program Leader - Workforce Development

Primary Function: The Program Leader supports the development and implementation of career-readiness and youth employment programs. They work directly with teens to build job readiness skills, coordinate daily program activities, and ensure high-quality, youth-centered experiences. The Program Leader collaborates with the Coordinator to carry out the vision of the Workforce Development Center. 

Essential Job Responsibilities: 

• Ability to support the BGCGC mission, vision and youth development philosophy in a manner that resonates with staff, Youth Workforce members, volunteers and partners through leadership. 

• Provide and ensure the delivery of programs reflecting the Workforce Development model of Education, Exposure, Exploration, and Engagement. 

• Provide individual guidance and establish relationships with members that are conducive to their growth and development. 

• Create fun and engaging programs that reflect BGCA programs and member interests. 

• Create weekly program schedule that reflects the program model and continuous quality improvement. 

• Stimulate interest in the program through personal engagement, skilled instruction, special events, tournaments, contests and member recognition. 

• Ensure relative program areas are clean, orderly and safe.  

• Keep ongoing inventory of supplies and materials needed to conduct effective programming. 

• Participate in professional development trainings as required BGCGC and YPQI. 

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Workforce Development Coordinator or Workforce Development Director.  

Program Facilitation & Youth Engagement 

• Facilitate engaging, culturally responsive workshops on resume building, interview skills, workplace norms, and career exploration, etc.  
• Support youth in job shadowing, internships, and work-based learning experiences. 
• Foster an inclusive, empowering, and trauma-informed environment for all participants. 

Create weekly program schedule that reflects the program model and continuous quality improvement.  

Field Trips & Site Visits 
• Accompany youth on field trips, job site visits, job fairs, and career exposure events. 
• Support safety, engagement, and learning during off-site experiences. 
• Serve as a liaison between youth and host organizations, ensuring professional conduct and clear communication. 

• Represent the Workforce Development team at community events, job fairs, and school visits as needed. 

Collaboration/Relationships: 

• Maintains close contact with Workforce Development Coordinator, Workforce Development Director and other Club staff, volunteers and parents. 

• Provide feedback to Coordinator on program needs, youth progress, and logistical improvements. 

• Work collaboratively with other Program Leaders and Leadership Staff to enhance program development.   

• Actively participate in professional development training. 

Physical Requirements/Work Environment: 

We maintain a 15:1 member to staff ratio.  Activities are varied and require active engagement during educational and recreational programming, which may include extended periods of walking and standing.  Maximum unassisted lift = 50 lbs. Average lift less than 25 lbs.  Requires ability to use computer, various standard and specialized software and database systems, keyboard, calculator and typical office machines. 

Education/Experience Requirement: 

High School diploma or GED required.  College degree preferred.  A minimum of 1 year experience in youth development required.   

Skills/Knowledge Required:. 

• Energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards.  

• Ability to work with a team. 

• An understanding of the needs and interests of young people. 

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. 

• Strong organizational skills. 

• Must be able to travel locally and accompany youth on off-site programs and visits. 

• Ability to interact with young people in a positive way, particularly as it relates to behavior issues. 

• Maintain a positive, friendly and cooperative attitude at the worksite.  

• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

  Position Details:

• Part-time employment (Hours range between 2pm-8pm during school year, 7am-6pm during summer)
• Hourly Rate: $16.00/hour

• Childcare, nonprofit, youth development.

• Great Benefits including Paid PTO and Holidays