Adolescent Clubhouse Community Outreach Coordinator

HORIZON GOODWILL•Hagerstown, MD

1d•$19 - $19

About The Position

The Community Outreach Coordinator willprovide outreach and develop youth-based programming to at-risk youth in Washington County.This will be done through the coalition known as ENVY Ending Needless Violence for Youth and through the Adolescent Clubhouse program at Horizon Goodwill Industries.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience preferred
Reliable transportation.
Ability to pass pre-hire screenings such as background or drug screenings.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to fifty (50) lbs., with or without assistance.

Responsibilities

Foster community partnerships to support the growth of the Adolescent Clubhouse.
Implementation of the ENVY Strategic Plan.
Establishand develop unit programs activities such as small group learning and drop-in activities to create an outcome-driven club experiencethat facilitates achievement and success of youth development.
Implement and evaluateunitprograms, services, and activities to ensure they meet stated objectives and member needs and interests.
Plan and coordinate outreach efforts to diverse segments of the community to determine needs and interests for youth development and violence (prevention/intervention) programs.
Compile regular reports reflecting all activities, attendance, and participation.
Research evidence-based practices interpret and present comparative data.
Prepare and conduct regular staff meetings.
Knowledge of cultural and societal needs of the community.
Plan, implement, and maintain activities and programs through the community.
Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems
Prepare and manage department budget.
Ability to work with and develop partnerships with young people, parents, community leaders and organizations.
Supervision, recruitment, and retention of key personnel.
Manage and provide career development opportunities for branch staff and volunteers.
Ensure a healthy,safe environment,with well-maintained equipment and supplies.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.