Organizational Development Specialist jobs in Pierre, SD

Position Description:   Plan and lead a variety of activities within a specific program area, such as Academic Success, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, Outdoor/Environment and Physical Education.

Primary Responsibilities:

·   Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of positive youth development

·   Promotes and stimulate program participation

·   Supervise members in program area, while assisting with and maintaining club program goals and settings that insure the health and safety of members

·   Ensure that members: actively participate in a variety of programs and activities; seek advice and guidance from staff in regard to problems; receive caring supervision, respect, and recognition for their efforts.

·   Organize and implement a range of program services and activities for enrolled members and visitors that are fun, instructional, and competitive, and that incorporate team building skills; initiate new programs with the approval of the Program Director; make recommendations concerning programs

·   Focus on maintaining a safe, positive atmosphere for all youth

·   Exhibits a warm, concerned attitude toward youth that uses a positive approach in dealing
with individuals as well as groups of children

·   Effectively plan and lead programs, services, and a variety of activities for members

·   Participates as an active, positive team member with supervisor, other staff, volunteers and
members at all times by communicating effectively.

·   Be aware of safety procedures for fire, tornado, lock down

·   Ensures a productive work environment by participating in staff meetings

·   Plans and leads special programs and/or events at site as needed

·   Responsible for care and maintenance of program equipment, supplies and facility including
daily clean up and proper use

·   Ensure safety, positive values, and ethical behavior through quality in programs, and the appearance of the Club, at all times. Provide guidance to members, act as role model.

·   Facilitates National Boys and Girls Club programs

·   Contribute to the overall climate for youth development

Requirements

·   Must be 16 years old

·   Experience working with youth in grades K -12 or an equivalent combination of education and experience

·   Strong interpersonal and communication skills

·   Ability to multi-task

·   Experience in conflict resolution or crisis management

·   Knowledge of youth development

·   Ability to motivate youth and manage behaviors

·   Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth

·   Ability to work effectively as part of a team

·   Demonstrated creative, organizational, and project management abilities

·   Ability to deal effectively with members, including disciplinary issues

·   Demonstrated ability in relationship building and working with young people and parents

·   Must be able to complete tasks while working in a busy and noisy environment. 

·   Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certification.  If not currently certified, employee will be required to obtain certifications within first 90 days of employment.