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Part-Time After School Coach

We build confidence: Every girl finds her voice, discovers her strength, and leads with confidence through fun and active sports, health, and leadership programs.

Are you looking for a purpose-driven role with no weekends and steady time commitment? As an After School coach, you’ll commit 1-3 days a week from 3:00 -6:00 p.m. and be compensated $17 an hour. You'll receive training and you’ll be expected to commit to 10 weeks.

To apply please send a Resume to Human Resources at: rsherrod@girlsinthegame.org

  • Assist in the instruction of our After School program

    Learn and lead the curriculum used for programming up to 30 participants (Grades 3-8th Grade)

    Attend coaches’ training meetings and complete weekly progress forms

    Organize and maintain program materials and equipment

  • Ability to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective

    Experience and enthusiasm to work with youth and adults in a variety of settings and activities

    Capacity to engage others from diverse cultures and various sectors of the community

    Excellent facilitation, communication and writing skills

    Ability to perform in a proactive and self-directed fashion as well as a contributing team member

    Flexibility, positive attitude, and desire to continually improve professional skills

    Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

    Ability to report to assigned site, reliable transportation is a plus

Full Job Description and Application Instructions

Part-Time Coach at Juvenile Temporary Detention Center

We build confidence: Every girl finds her voice, discovers her strength, and leads with confidence through fun and active sports, health, and leadership programs.

Girls in the Game’s Juvenile Justice Program is a collaborative initiative between Girls in the Game and the Cook County JTDC. The program not only provides consistent programming to girls while they reside in the facility, but aims to successfully transition them into existing Girls in the Game programs upon release, providing ongoing support during the transition. The JTDC Programming occurs inside the facility, under supervision by JTDC and Girls in the Game staff. The program takes place twice a week and runs year-round.

As they participate in the program, girls become familiar with Girls in the Game and have the opportunity to decide on the sports. health and leadership components of programming. Providing participants with opportunities to exercise choice and autonomy instills a sense of ownership and pride in the program, helping to reinforce the lessons learned throughout. Programming allows girls to connect with their peers and engage in a healthy, judgement-free conversation.

Girls in the Game Juvenile Justice Program Goals:

·        Increase the health, fitness, sports participation and physical activity of girls in JTDC

·        Develop and increase decision making and leadership skills

·        Increase the self-efficacy and confidence

·        Strengthen positive social connection and peer relationships

·        Provide opportunities for girls to transition into existing Girls in the Game programming upon release from JTDC

To apply please send a Resume to Human Resources at: rsherrod@girlsinthegame.org

  • Girls in the Game and the JTDC will bring healthy lifestyle programs to teens residing at the JTDC. The part-time Coordinator will assist in developing and leading the programming at the center. 

    Qualified candidates will have experience working with youth and specifically teens involved in the juvenile justice system. This position combines direct service work with adolescents and program planning.

    The ideal candidate for this position is passionate about health and wellness, has at least two years of experience leading group activities for teenagers, and experience working within the juvenile justice system.   The successful candidate must be comfortable working within a secure juvenile detention facility and able to remain flexible and professional in an environment where schedules, procedures, and programming needs may change.

    The Coordinator will:

    ·        Co-lead Girls in the Game sports, health and leadership curriculum at the JTDC

    ·        Contribute to program planning for each session

    ·        Organize program materials and equipment

    ·        Communicate with girls, JTDC staff, and program partners

    ·        Assist in maintaining program records in Salesforce

  • Qualifications

    ·        High school diploma or equivalent, college degree preferred

    ·        Must be at least 21 years old, in accordance with JTDC requirements

    ·        At least two years of experience working with teenagers and/or facilitating youth programs

    ·        Experience working with youth involved in the juvenile justice system preferred. Knowledge of or experience using trauma-informed practices

    ·        Athletic experience is not required, but must be able to learn and demonstrate the basic skills of multiple sports and fitness activities

    ·        Must be able to travel regularly between Girls and the Game office and the JTDC

    ·        Must be comfortable working in a secured facility

    ·        Basic computer skills

    ·        Must be willing to adapt to constant changes inside the facility

    ·        Spanish language skills a plus

    Core Competencies

    ·        Group Facilitation

    ·        Youth/teen development

    ·        Problem solving and decision making

    ·        Supporting and developing others

    ·        Relationship building

    ·        Juvenile justice system

    ·        Trauma-informed care

    ·        Flexibility/adaptability

Full Job Description and Application Instructions

Part-Time Teen Programs Coordinator

We build confidence: Every girl finds her voice, discovers her strength, and leads with confidence through fun and active sports, health, and leadership programs.

Girls in the Game is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to support the implementation of a school-year violence prevention and leadership program funded by Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) serving 50 teen girls ages 13–18 on the West Side of Chicago.

The program uses a multi-pronged approach to increase protective factors and decrease risk factors associated with violence among adolescent girls. Programming includes three core components: Sports & Violence Prevention Curriculum Sessions, Alumnae Mentorship Sessions, and Hangouts. Through sports, leadership development, mentorship, career exploration, social connection, and targeted violence prevention education, participants will develop skills and relationships that support their well-being, safety, and long-term success.

The Program Coordinator will be primarily responsible for recruiting and engaging program participants and coaching/directly supporting program sessions. The Coordinator will work closely with the Program Manager to support program logistics, curriculum preparation, evaluation and data collection, coordination with guest coaches and mentors, and connections to additional community resources.

The schedule for this position is 15-20 hours per week and in the office at least 1-2 days a week. This position runs for the school year – September through June. Days and times are somewhat flexible, but applicants must be available for programs some evenings and on alternating weekends.  

To apply please send a Resume to Human Resources at: rsherrod@girlsinthegame.org

  • ·        Assist in key events and projects around recruiting, selecting, and training 50 teen girls who reside on the South and West Side of Chicago.

    ·        Co-lead and support Sports & Violence Prevention Curriculum Sessions which occur twice monthly during high-risk hours for teen violence.

    ·        Lead introductory, non-competitive sports and physical activity programming, including traditional and non-traditional sports such as basketball, soccer, football, volleyball, lacrosse, and tennis

    ·        Facilitate activities that address violence prevention risk and protective factors, including: mental health and emotional well-being, healthy relationships, domestic violence education, goal setting etc.

    ·        Support Alumnae Mentorship Sessions including career-readiness, mentorship, and opportunities for participants to engage with alumnae and professional women.

    ·        Support and facilitate hangouts that provide opportunities for social connection, relationship building, and positive peer engagement. 

    ·        Coordinate with guest coaches and subject-matter experts who support sensitive or specialized topics, including mental health, suicide prevention, domestic violence, and other violence prevention topics.

    ·        Support transportation, field trip, or other program logistics as assigned.

    ·        Create, manage, and track all participant data and information on our Salesforce and Sharepoint databases.

  • Qualifications

    ·        High school diploma or equivalent, college degree preferred

    ·        Must be at least 21 years old, in accordance with JTDC requirements

    ·        At least two years of experience working with teenagers and/or facilitating youth programs

    ·        Experience working with youth involved in the juvenile justice system preferred. Knowledge of or experience using trauma-informed practices

    ·        Athletic experience is not required, but must be able to learn and demonstrate the basic skills of multiple sports and fitness activities

    ·        Must be able to travel regularly between Girls and the Game office and the JTDC

    ·        Must be comfortable working in a secured facility

    ·        Basic computer skills

    ·        Must be willing to adapt to constant changes inside the facility

    ·        Spanish language skills a plus

    Core Competencies

    ·        Group Facilitation

    ·        Youth/teen development

    ·        Problem solving and decision making

    ·        Supporting and developing others

    ·        Relationship building

    ·        Juvenile justice system

    ·        Trauma-informed care

    ·        Flexibility/adaptability

Full Job Description and Application Instructions

Development Coordinator

We build confidence: Every girl finds her voice, discovers her strength, and leads with confidence through fun and active sports, health, and leadership programs.

Girls in the Game seeks a detail-oriented, organized, and creative Development Coordinator to support fundraising, donor engagement and communications. This role is responsible for development-related communications including appeals, stewardship, social media, and event communications. The Development Coordinator works closely with the Development Manager and Director of Development and Communications to ensure messaging aligns with fundraising priorities and organizational goals.  

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and is creative, tech savvy, flexible and organized.  The ideal candidate is also someone who has the ability to juggle multiple project deadlines and is a self-starter who will seek new and innovative ways to grow Girls in the Game’s fundraising efforts by effectively sharing our story. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone beginning a career in non-profit fundraising who wants hands-on experience with communications, donor stewardship, events, and development strategy while working collaboratively across departments. 

To apply please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Human Resources at: rsherrod@girlsinthegame.org

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    Development Communications & Donor Engagement (50%)  

    • Draft and distribute donor communications including fundraising appeals, stewardship emails, and acknowledgments. 

    • Support the Named Scholarship Program through donor-facing communications and updates. 

    • Assist with Giving Tuesday and other development campaign messaging. 

    • Ensure consistency in donor messaging and tone across platforms. 

     

    Social Media & Communications Strategy (25%) 

    • Manage and execute social media content across platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. 

    • Maintain a communications calendar aligned with development priorities and execute the annual communications plan. 

    • Create content that supports fundraising, donor engagement, and mission storytelling. 

    • Coordinate with staff to gather stories, photos, and program updates. 

    •  Coordinate the development, design, distribution, and promotion of the organization’s annual report. 

    Event-Related Communications & Support (15%) 

    • Develop pre- and post-event communications for fundraising events. 

    • Coordinate event-related materials including email invitations and social media posts. 

    • Support communications for major events under the direction of the Development Director and Development Manager, including program books and signage. 

    •  Represent Girls in the Game at partner events and cause marketing opportunities to increase community awareness and support fundraising efforts. 

    Development & Administrative Support (10%) 

    • Assist with development database tasks related to communications and stewardship. 

    • Support scheduling and content deployment for appeals and campaigns. 

    • Provide general development support as needed. 

    • Maintain accurate donor communication records in Salesforce. 

  • Qualifications

    ·        Some college, preferably with coursework in health, youth or teen development, education or a related field

    ·        At least two years of experience working with teens and leading groups

    ·        Athletic ability is not required, but applicants must be able to learn and demonstrate the basic skills of multiple sports and fitness activities

    ·        Must be able to travel regularly to sites throughout Chicago

    ·        Demonstrated knowledge of computer environments, e.g., Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

    ·        Spanish conversation skills strongly desired but not required

    Licensing Required

    ·        Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work

    ·        Verification of degree/credentials

    ·        Successful completion of background check and fingerprint clearance

    ·        Must be available to work evenings and alternating weekends

    ·        Agreement to uphold all Girls in the Game Policies and Procedures

    Core Competencies

    ·        Coaching/leading groups

    ·        Youth/teen development

    ·        Problem solving and decision making

    ·         Supporting and developing others

    ·         Relationship building

Full Job Description and Application Instructions

Site-Based Programs Manager

We build confidence: Every girl finds her voice, discovers her strength, and leads with confidence through fun and active sports, health, and leadership programs.

The Site-Based Programs Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for Girls in the Game's site-based programming, including After School Programs and Summer Camp. This position is responsible for ensuring high-quality program implementation, strong community partnerships, participant recruitment and retention, staff supervision, and continuous program improvement. 

The Site-Based Programs Manager oversees a team consisting of an Assistant Programs Manager and Regional Coordinators, providing leadership, coaching, and accountability to ensure program goals are achieved across all sites. This role is responsible for managing site-based partnerships, program quality, staffing, enrollment, evaluation, and budget oversight while working collaboratively with the Programs Director and other department leaders to advance organizational goals. The Site-Based Programs Manager reports to the Director of Programs. This position follows a hybrid schedule with regular travel to program sites throughout the Chicago area. 

To apply please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Human Resources at: rsherrod@girlsinthegame.org

  • Primary Responsibilities

    Program Leadership & Strategy

    • Oversee all site-based programming, including After School Programs and Summer Camp. 

    • Develop annual program goals, work plans, and implementation strategies. 

    • Monitor program quality and participant outcomes across all sites. 

    • Collaborate with department leadership to ensure a seamless continuum of programming for girls. 

    Staff Leadership & Supervision

    • Directly supervise one Assistant Programs Manager and two Regional Coordinators. 

    • Conduct regular supervision meetings, performance evaluations, and professional development planning. 

    • Establish clear expectations, goals, and accountability measures for staff. 

    • Support recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training of seasonal staff, interns, and coaches. 

    Site Partnerships & Community Engagement 

    • Oversee relationships with schools, park districts, and community-based organizations hosting programs. 

    • Maintain strong communication with site contacts and key stakeholders. 

    • Identify opportunities for deeper community engagement and program growth. 

    • Support the development of new partnerships in target communities. 

    • Represent Girls in the Game at community meetings, school events, and partner gatherings. 

    Recruitment, Enrollment & Retention 

    • Develop and oversee participant recruitment strategies. 

    • Monitor enrollment and attendance trends across all sites. 

    • Ensure programs meet participation and retention goals. 

    • Support family engagement efforts and caregiver communication strategies. 

    • Collaborate with Citywide Programs staff to support recruitment into Teen Squad, Summer Squad, Day of Play, and other programs. 

    Program Operations 

    • Oversee site assignments, staffing plans, schedules, and program logistics. 

    • Ensure curriculum, equipment, supplies, and resources are available at all sites. 

    • Lead planning and implementation of Summer Camp operations in partnership with program staff. 

    Financial Management 

    • Assist with development and management of site-based program budgets. 

    • Ensure that all sites (and/or lead agencies) complete relevant paperwork, CPS Task Order and Partnership Agreements to ensure timely invoicing and payment collection. 

    • Manage site scholarship processes 

    Core Competencies 

    • Youth development 

    • Staff Leadership and Coaching 

    • Relationship building  

    • Strategic Planning and Execution 

    • Community Engagement 

    • Program Quality and Management 

    • Organization and Attention to Detail 

    • Accountability and Follow-Through 

  • Qualifications 

    • Bachelor's degree in education, youth development, nonprofit management, recreation, social work, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.  

    • Minimum of three years of experience in program management and staff supervision.  

    • Demonstrated experience managing community partnerships and stakeholder relationships.  

    • Experience developing and monitoring program budgets.  

    • Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.  

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and facilitation experience.  

    • Ability to analyze data and use information to drive program improvement and decision-making.  

    • Experience working with diverse communities and a commitment to equity and positive youth development.  

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Salesforce experience a plus.  

    • Spanish language proficiency a plus.  

    • Access to reliable transportation for regular travel to program sites. 

    Licensing Required 

    • Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work  

    • Verification of degree/credentials  

    • Successful completion of background check and fingerprint clearance 

    • Must be available to work evenings and weekends for various scheduled events  

    • Agreement to uphold all Girls in the Game Policies and Procedures 

Full Job Description and Application Instructions

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