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Job Title: Program Associate – Youth Engagement & Recruitment
Location: Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich, CT
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $45,000 - $55,000 (benefits included)
Reports To: Director of Programs

About us
Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich (BGCG) is a dynamic and growing not-for-profit organization dedicated to preparing young people, through enrichment opportunities and supportive relationships, to be responsible, caring and productive community members.  With our newly renovated 60,000 square foot Clubhouse, and 77-acre summer camp, we offer unapparelled programs, education and sports that make a positive and lasting impact on all children in our community.

Position Summary
The Program Associate is a dynamic and youth-centered role responsible for designing, facilitating, and evaluating programs that engage members ages 6 to 18, with a strong emphasis on teen interaction, recruitment, and sustained engagement. This position supports the Club’s mission by fostering meaningful relationships, promoting consistent participation, and creating a safe, inclusive environment for all youth.

Key Responsibilities

Youth Engagement (Ages 6–12)

• Lead structured activities in arts, sports, STEM, and academic enrichment.
• Build rapport with younger members to encourage regular attendance and positive behavior.
• Adapt programming to meet developmental needs and interests of elementary-aged youth.
• Support Torch Club activities and membership

Teen Engagement & Retention (Ages 13–18)

• Develop and implement engaging teen programs in leadership, career readiness, wellness, and creative expression.
• Actively recruit teens through school visits, peer referrals, and community outreach.
• Utilize social media tools to support initiatives and encourage participation in programs within the approved guidelines at BGCG.
• Foster long-term relationships with teens to support personal growth and consistent participation.
• Facilitate teen advisory groups, including Keystone, and encourage youth-led initiatives.

Program Interaction & Continuity

• Create seamless transitions between age groups to support long-term member engagement.
• Monitor participation trends and adjust programming to maintain interest and relevance.
• Encourage cross-age mentoring and leadership opportunities for older youth.

Community Outreach & Recruitment

• Represent the Club at school and community events to promote membership.
• Build partnerships with educators, counselors, and youth-serving organizations.
• Use creative outreach strategies including social media, flyers, and peer ambassadors.

Program Planning & Evaluation

• Assist in designing and scheduling daily and seasonal programming.
• Track attendance, engagement, and outcomes using Club systems.
• Support continuous improvement through feedback and data analysis.

Team Collaboration & Administrative Support

• Work closely with other staff to ensure coordinated program delivery.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development.
• Support Club-wide events, family nights, and special initiatives.
• Assist with administrative tasks including calendar planning, collection of program offerings for colleagues to create online and print promotion materials, program-related emails to parents, and ordering/inventory of program-related supplies.
• Contribute to teen-focused social media content and outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, youth development, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience working with youth across age groups, especially teens, or equivalent experience working with children also considered.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to relate to and motivate youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Flexibility to work evenings and occasional weekends.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in youth recruitment, engagement, and program facilitation.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care and positive youth development.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Work Environment

·       Primarily office-based with occasional travel to program sites.
·       Requires light lifting and repetitive motion associated with computer work.
·       Fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple priorities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The individual is regularly required to sit for extended intervals; operate phones, computers, and general office equipment; move about freely; lift light objects (approximately 50 lbs.) problem solve, analyze and demonstrate creativity; work a nontraditional work schedule; interface with a wide range of personalities from a variety of social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds; dress professionally and maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. All candidates must be able to pass an annual Child Abuse Registry and Background check to hold this position.

TO APPLY

Please send resume, cover letter, and references to HR@bgcg.org  ATTN: Denise Kaufman