Summary

Are you motivated to make a difference in the lives of children? Do you have the skills and dedication to support our team at the Boys & Girls Club? If so, we invite you to apply ASAP. We're temporarily offering a $500 sign-on bonus!

If you're looking to find fulfilling, meaningful work and the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of children as a capable and caring mentor, look no further. Of course, passion for your profession won't pay the bills - we get that! - which is why we offer competitive compensation and benefits. We care about your professional development and offer perks like tuition reimbursement and individualized career plans.

The Art Director is responsible for creating daily activities for members ages 5 to 18. The Art Director is expected to keep the art room neat and to submit weekly program reports to the Site/Branch Director. The Art Director also may be asked to plan and implement a fee-based Summer Art Camp for middle school students.

This position will require travel to other central locations if needed.



Duties

Prepare Youth for Success

1.Plans and oversees the administration of designated Clubhouse programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes:

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  Establishes program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
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  Oversees the provision of age-appropriate day-to-day program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
  
• Ensures that all childcare licensing requirements per the NH Childcare Licensing Bureau are implemented.
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  Ensures that all BGCCNH policies and procedures are followed.
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  Ensures that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and that they receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
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  Demonstrates leadership to ensure proper conduct, safety, and development of members.

Program Development and Implementation

2. Establishes and maintains program goals and settings to ensure the health and safety of members. Ensures that the Junior/Senior program staff understands and effectively communicates art program standards; that they ensure program areas are safe,

well-ventilated, and well-lit; and that Club equipment is maintained in good working condition.

3. Ensures the evaluation of Clubs programs on a continual basis, including tracking outcome metrics; verifies that programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity.

4. Maintains an adequate supply of arts and crafts supplies by placing orders with the Site/Branch Director and actively seeks out new grant opportunities with the Communications Director.

5. Controls program and activity expenditures within the approved budget.

6. Designs and implements a fee-based Summer Art Camp for middle school students. Responsible for all outreach efforts in order to meet the enrollment goals for the Summer Art Camp.

Supervision

7. Allocates and monitors work assigned to Summer Camp volunteers and staff, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal. Identifies and supports training and development opportunities for assigned volunteers and staff.

8. Oversees proper record keeping and weekly reporting, including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems/issues.

9. Increases visibility of Club programs via daily postings and announcements of upcoming events through different social media channels, parent emails, etc.

Requirements

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  A two-year degree in a related field from an accredited college or university is preferred; you must be 18 years of age.
• Preferably a minimum of two years of work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization with planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people; 600-1000 hours experience working with children in a licensed child care program, recreation program, or elementary school.
• Proven working experience as Art Director.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
• Demonstrated organizational, staff, and project management abilities.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications in order to meet Bureau of Childcare licensing requirements.
• Occasional travel to other Branch/Site locations is expected.
• Required to drive Club van/short bus occasionally.
• Must possess a safe driving record and submit a copy of such records to either the Operations Director or Human Resources Generalist.
• All of the candidates that are offered a job with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central New Hampshire will have to submit for an FBI fingerprint background check and submit to a background check through the State of NH Criminal Records Dept. and FirstAdvantage. Note: The State of NH Childcare Licensing Bureau may prohibit you from being employed by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Hampshire should there be a disqualifying finding on your criminal record. In addition, even if the State of NH reviews your records and allows you to work at the Club, we still reserve the right to determine your employment status.

Nice To Haves

To learn more about our organization please visit www.nhyouth.org.

Benefits

This is a full-time, hourly position. We are temporarily offering a $500.00 signing bonus.

We offer an extensive benefits package. Benefits include:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement (403B) Contribution
Paid Time Off
Professional Development Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement

About Us

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Hampshire provides early learning, after-school programs, summer day camps, and basketball leagues to 2500 youth throughout the central New Hampshire area including Concord and Laconia areas. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who most need us, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. We offer a safe place to belong, caring adult mentors and programs covering everything from academics and leadership development to physical fitness and healthy habits.