Teen Coordinator - Venice High School

Description

The Teen Coordinator is responsible for leading the after-school program at Venice High School, fostering a vibrant, engaging, and innovative environment for teens. This role involves managing a team, building strong relationships with school administration and community partners, and ensuring programs are outcome-driven and reflective of teen voices. The Teen Coordinator will drive program attendance, demonstrate initiative, and develop creative strategies to attract and retain teen participants.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Leadership

• Plan, coordinate, and implement high-quality, innovative programs and activities tailored to teen interests.

• Promote and stimulate program participation to ensure consistent and growing attendance.

• Provide guidance and role modeling to teens, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

• Actively engage teens to ensure their voices are heard and incorporated into programming decisions.

Team Management

• Supervise, train, and evaluate program staff, fostering a productive and collaborative team culture.

• Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing support of staff and volunteers.

• Ensure staff performance aligns with organizational standards and program goals.

Partnership and Communication

• Build and maintain strong relationships with school administration, community partners, and families.

• Act as the primary liaison between the Boys & Girls Club and Venice High School to address issues, share updates, and strengthen partnerships.

• Communicate effectively with teens, parents, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.

Program Administration

• Develop and maintain accurate program schedules, attendance records, and reports.

• Ensure proper storage, maintenance, and inventory of program equipment and supplies.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe program environment.

• Ensure all program areas comply with health and safety standards. Emphasize safety as an important part of all program activities and staff training.

• Develop, implement, and enforce safety policies and procedures as a core component of all programming.

• Conduct regular safety training and drills for staff and teens, ensuring everyone understands emergency protocols and procedures.

• Perform risk assessments and proactively address potential safety concerns to minimize risks.

• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of safety-related incidents and ensure timely reporting to appropriate parties.

• Establish and uphold a safe and supportive environment for all participants, with a focus on health, wellness, and injury prevention.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with discipline and behavior management, reinforcing club rules and ensuring a positive atmosphere.

• Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions to stay updated on best practices and organizational goals.

• Take on other duties as assigned by the Director of Teen Services.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY and SKILLS

• Proven history of successfully leading teen programs, including managing staff and delivering results.

• Ability to develop and execute programs that accommodate diverse learning styles and interests.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities.

• Organizational and management skills to ensure smooth program operations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant tools.

• Leadership and initiative to drive program innovation and success.

• Proactive problem-solving and outcome-driven mindset.

• Strong relationship-building skills to connect with teens, staff, and partners.

• Creativity to develop programs that attract and retain teen engagement.

• Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all participants.

WORKING CONDITIONS and DRIVING

• Travel between Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles sites and schools and various field trip sites as well as in the community is required. Must meet the insurance standards of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles.

• Hours are between 10:30 AM and 6:30 PM

• Hours are based on school calendar and attendance patterns/trends – evening hours are required during the school year; hours will vary during summer and school breaks; occasional weekend hours are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the