Creative Arts Coordinator - CA

Position:                       Creative Arts Coordinator

Department:                       Creative Arts

Reports to:                          Clubhouse Director

Status:                                    Non-exempt, 20-25 hours per week

Compensation:                 $18 - $20.00/hour

Benefits:                              40 hours of paid sick leave per year; access to free 

                                                  after-school and out-of-school programs for your children

Job Overview

The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Cruz County is to inspire and enable all young people—especially those who need us most—to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. The organization currently serves over 1,500 youth per year across three Clubhouse locations in Downtown Santa Cruz, Live Oak, and Scotts Valley.

The Creative Arts Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of arts programs and activities that inspire creativity, skill-building, and a passion for the arts among youth ages 6–18. This part-time role supports afterschool and summer programming using BGCA creative arts program models and resources, as well as special interest arts projects. The coordinator ensures a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment that fosters Youth Development Outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, evaluates, and implements Creative Arts programs and activities that prepare youth for success. 
• Surveys members' interest in programs, tracks member program participation and program outcomes; works with Clubhouse Director to plan and implement changes to improve results.
• Develops and posts weekly and monthly Creative Arts program calendar. 
• Promotes and markets Creative Arts programs to Club members via assembly, announcements, bulletin boards, flyers, and posted schedules. 
• Updates and maintains bulletin boards to be informative and attractive.
• Plans and implements family and community events
• Implements proven youth development strategies and creates a stable, supportive environment for children and teens ages 6 to 18. 

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Previous professional experience working in a youth-serving organization or school, including planning and implementing activities that support the developmental needs of young people.
• Demonstrated ability to creatively plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate high-quality youth programs through effective collaboration with internal programs, community organizations, partners, and contractors to engage current and potential Club members.
• Ability to motivate and engage youth, promote positive behavior, and effectively address behavioral challenges.
• Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with diverse members of the public.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods and work flexible hours, including after-school hours, evenings, and weekends.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, energetic, and noisy environment while actively supervising multiple activities and ensuring a safe, engaging environment for youth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Cruz County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

*This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Music Coordinator may be asked to perform other duties as assigned by their Clubhouse Director.