Middle and High School Programs Site Director – Meadowood

Program Description:

MSCR operates Meadowood Neighborhood Center in collaboration with the City of Madison on Madison’s southwest side, in the Meadowood Shopping Center. The purpose of the Meadowood Neighborhood Center is to provide a safe, supervised place for youth during afterschool and evening hours, for neighbors to socialize, and space for MSCR programs such as arts, fitness and much more. This position will work directly with our youth afterschool programs and may cross over into other program areas as needed or assigned.

Job Description & Duties:
Supervise and evaluate seasonal program staff.
Observe and coach staff and volunteers.
Provide ongoing support for program staff which includes problem solving staff and participant issues.
Facilitate open communication with parents of program participants, participants, and staff.
Establish and ensure a physically and emotionally safe program environment.
Administer first-aid and/or medication as needed
Request supplies from the Center Assistant Director.
Complete reports and ensure protocol is being followed for MSCR lunch and snack programs with Second Harvest, DPI and MMSD Food Service.
Communicate transportation needs to the Center Assistant Director.
Collaborate with the Center Assistant Director in determining staff assignments, work schedules, facilitating meetings and staff training.
Guide and support program staff and Center Assistant Director in processing behaviors with students and creating behavior plans for the program and individual students.
Maintain necessary records of enrollment and attendance..
Meet regularly with Center Assistant Director and other Meadowood Neighborhood Center staff.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Daily Responsibilities:
Facilitate check in of participants, maintain attendance records
Supervise and facilitate set-up and clean-up of program areas
Facilitate the distribution of snack in compliance with Second Harvest, MMSD and DPI standards and regulations
Distribute announcements and flyers as needed
Stay for late pick-ups and/or no pick up. In the event of an extended late pick up or no pick-up, contact parents, emergency contacts or Dane County Social Services
Communicate and document any significant events using reports and other forms
Communicate any significant staff or program issues with Center Assistant Director
Ensure that program participants and staff follow the site’s behavior and participation expectations.
Lead the group by example and set the tone for a welcoming and inclusive program space.

• Locations MSCR Meadowood Neighborhood Center
• Start Date 08/26/2024
• End Date 06/21/2025
• Hours a Week:

  18.5 hours per week.

• Work Hours:

  Mondays 2:30pm – 6:15pm, Tuesday – Thursday 4pm – 8pm, Friday 4:30pm – 7pm.

• Pay Rate:

  $18 per hour.

• Minimum Qualifications:

  Over 18 years of age with a High School or HSED/GED and some post secondary education or certification related to field.
  Experience working, volunteering or participating in neighborhood centers and community centers.
  Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  Computer knowledge and proficiency.
  Experience working with or within marginalized communities on social justice initiatives, services, programs and initiatives.
  Supportive of MSCR mission.
  Ability to move/lift/carry up to 35lbs.
  First Aid/CPR Certification (we can get you certified if you are not).

• Preferred Qualifications:

  Strong organizational skills and recreation program planning knowledge.
  Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  Ability to build positive mentoring relationships with students and staff from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
  Experience, interest and skill in working with children and staff from diverse backgrounds.
  Dependability, teamwork and enthusiasm.
  Ability to supervise, coach and motivate program staff and volunteers.

• Other Information:

  Required Certifications and Training
  CPR, AED and First Aid Certification within 3 months of employment. MSCR provides free training for staff.
  MMSD/MSCR Onboarding and Required Trainings

  For more information, contact Tauri Robinson at ltrobinson@madison.k12.wi.us.

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