PROGRAM SUPPORT STAFF

Under the leadership of the Program Directors, the Program Support Staff will provide direct support in the specific area of afterschool programming, including set-up and tear-down, front desk support, assisting with specific programs, and interacting with students during hangout times. This is a part-time position working 8-15 hours per week Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays after school.

ABOUT OUR CULTURE:

The Bridge Teen Center is an innovative, nationally-recognized nonprofit teen community center that provides free holistically-designed afterschool programs and events. We were founded on and are driven by our Christian principles, and we provide a fast-paced, family-like work environment. Since 2010, we have served more than 13,500 different students from 128 neighboring communities. Our employees are referred to internally as “Gladiators” because we fight for the students we serve on a daily basis, and we adhere to the following values:

VALUES WE FIGHT FOR…

WHICH PRODUCES…

Genuine RELATIONSHIPS

A fun, family-like, welcoming environment.

Create & ELEVATE

Innovation and quality of service.

Heart of SERVICE

Loving environment that fosters meaningful relationships and connections.

Doing things with PURPOSE

Intentional and holistic outcomes.

Attitude of EXCELLENCE

The “WOW” factor.

Teamwork and COLLABORATION

Supportive environment that consistently executes with excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A TEAM MEMBER INCLUDE:

  1. Regular pray for the organization, our leadership, and those we serve.
  2. Oversee activity on floor as assigned during afterschool hours.
  3. Welcome and assist with student membership needs and lead students to assigned program to insure a safe, warm, and learning environment.
  4. Make introductions, help kick-off, and monitor programs to maintain flow during after school.
  5. Responsible for helping set up and clean up after events and programs and help close center.
  6. Welcome and direct volunteers and interns for scheduled program and after school positions.
  7. Provide information and guidance to parents or adults in keeping with our safety policies during student hours.
  8. Help build intentional and influential relationships with teens and manage student behavior.
  9. Provide program administrative support to the Program Directors; including administrative help of the student database, including student care data, data entry and data clean-up as assigned.
  10. Participate in Student Care Plan by communicating student situations or behavior that needs special attention.
  11. Work with other staff in providing feedback for creating new program ideas and events.
  12. Respond to program confirmation calls and voicemails in a positive manner, as needed.
  13. Support in the on-boarding of new students by making calls / mailings to parents and welcoming them and answer general questions regarding membership and participation.
  14. Other duties as assigned by the Program Directors.

MUST POSSESS:

  1. A heart that is committed to pouring into the lives of teenagers.
  2. True passion for the concept and mission of The Bridge Teen Center.
  3. Desire to learn more about the interests and needs of teenagers on an ongoing basis.
  4. A desire to be part of an entity that brings community together.
  5. Positive, authentic, and able to connect with parents, students and visitors.
  6. Ability to be a forward thinker and not rest in routine.
  7. Outwardly-focused and team-oriented mentalities.
  8. Strong and positive communications skills - both verbal and non-verbal.
  9. Strong organization and time management skills.
  10. Willingness to work hard at completing all tasks with excellence.
  11. Ability to clearly communicate issues before they become problems.
  12. Friendly, responsive and patient approach.
  13. Ability to develop authentic relationships with a wide variety of audiences.
  14. Personal and professional integrity (even in social and online settings).
  15. Sense of humor.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

We are seeking someone with a genuine call to work with students. Position lends itself to a college-age student seeking a degree in education, social work, youth ministry and other related majors. Must be passionate about loving and serving teenagers, with a strong desire to grow in that service. Strong personal integrity and communication skills are required.

NEXT STEPS:

Applicants should complete the online application and submit their resume. Candidates selected to move forward in our process will take a personality survey, be asked for personal and professional references. No phone calls or visits.

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