Program Leader

Description

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco — Columbia Park Clubhouse
San Francisco, CA | Monday–Friday, 25 hours/week during the school year and 40 hours/week during summer | Part-time (school year), Full-time (summer)| $24–$25/hr | Benefits Eligible

Why This Role Matters

Since 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) has provided high-quality, community-based youth development services to youth in San Francisco. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. We impact the lives of Club members, primarily ages 6 to 18, by focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character and community engagement, and job readiness with earning potential. We are nationally recognized for the high-quality of our programs and comprehensive approach to serving youth. Whether you’re joining our administrative team, a Clubhouse team, a School-Based Club team, or our Camp Mendocino team, you’ll be surrounded by enthusiastic, talented, and passionate colleagues who wake up every day ready to inspire young people to reach their full potential.

What You’ll Do

Program Leaders are assigned to a Clubhouse department based on their knowledge and expertise, where they design and lead tailored programs, coordinate and supervise field trips, and independently oversee day-to-day department operations. You’ll play a direct role in shaping the lives of youth in our community, and the position is a stepping stone into Clubhouse leadership.

• Keep members safe — Provide a safe, nurturing environment for every youth in your program.
• Facilitate engaging programs — Create and lead after-school programs and activities for a group of approximately ten members.
• Plan purposeful lessons — Develop age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote personal growth, educational achievement, and character development.
• Mentor youth — Serve as a positive role model and mentor, building members’ self-esteem and personal development.
• Cultivate Clubhouse culture — Set standards and expectations grounded in mutual respect between staff and the community we serve.
• Lead field trips — Coordinate and supervise department field trips from planning through return.
• Collaborate with the team — Work alongside junior-level colleagues to meet program goals and share best practices.

What You Bring

Required

• Minimum two years of youth development experience working with youth ages 6 to 18 in a youth development setting
• Ability to build strong relationships with youth and create engaging curriculum
• Strong positive discipline skills, with the ability to manage youth behavior and maintain high expectations
• Proven communication, organizational, and self-starter skills
• Strong ability to create and follow systems and procedures in a fast-paced environment with continual distractions

Preferred

• Education or coursework in Early Childhood Development, Education, or a related field
• Current Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification (or willing to obtain within 90 days of employment)
• Proven leadership or mentorship experience
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) candidates are highly encouraged to apply

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for at least 2 hours consecutively.
• Must be able to sit at a computer workstation for long periods of time.

Why BGCSF

• Comprehensive health benefits, including employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Pre-tax Transportation Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off program
• Paid Holidays
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free all-location West Coast Bay Club membership (for FT & PT after 90 days)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Pre-tax savings program with a discretionary employer contribution for eligible employees after completing one year of service.

Compensation

The wage range for this position is $24–$25 per hour. Final compensation is determined based on a range of factors, including skill set, experience, training, certifications, and organizational needs. Candidates may be hired at the entry, mid, or senior level of the range, depending on qualifications and position requirements.

Pre-Employment Requirements

As part of the hiring process, BGCSF requires candidates to complete LiveScan fingerprinting, a background check, and a tuberculosis (TB) evaluation or test.

Disclaimer

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected in this role. It is not intended as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. BGCSF reserves the right to reassign or relocate employees as needed.