Assistant Director

Grand St Settlement Inc.•New York, NY

38d•$22

About The Position

As part of our Youth Services Department’s vision: all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth, leadership and positive self-image in all young people at all our Grand Street Settlement sites. Grand Street Settlement's Nest+m Assistant Director is responsible for assisting in the overall development, implementation, and oversight of the SONYC program. In addition, there is an expectation of high quality, innovative programming for our middle school participants.

Requirements

Minimum Associates degree or equivalent of 3+ years in Youth Services
Familiarity with respective communities, key stakeholders and resources
Experience in designing, planning and implementing structured programs
1+ years of budget and contract experience
High level of proficiency in administrative work
Capacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple task and projects
Knowledge of the public education system and positive youth development best practices
Strong public speaking, writing and organizational skills
A team player with demonstrated commitment to working with urban youth and young adults from an asset-based perspective
Ability to set up and maintain work environment that challenges gender stereotypes and is LGBTQIA+ friendly
A background in partnering with the Department of Education and local community-based organizations to support programs
Have skills in experiential learning and group facilitation with youth
Must be an outstanding strategic thinker
Must be flexible, cooperative and willing to work in a team environment
Experienced in DYCD programming regulations and DYCD online
Must obtain NYC Dept. of Health and fingerprints clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance ($25 fee)
Bi- lingual (Spanish preferred), but not required

Nice To Haves

Bi- lingual (Spanish preferred), but not required

Responsibilities

Provide direct leadership and strategic direction to two program staff
Support with the orientation and evaluation of programs staff assigned to program
Responsible for participant recruitment and retention strategies by utilizing the DYCD online report
Serves as the primary liaison for school administration, parents and other community entities
Work with the Program Director to ensure staff improve job performance through ongoing mentoring, coaching, and monthly staff development
Facilitate bi-monthly team meetings and ensure that all staff meetings are properly executed
Work with the Program Director to set, communicate and enforce clear standards for quality youth development programming
Actively engage community residents, local business, community leaders
Participate in ongoing efforts to advocate for programming to advocate for program needs
Assess program on quarterly to ensure that community needs are met
Ensure attendance tracking and reporting meets contractual requirements regarding enrollment and attendance
Respond to all electronic and phone communications within 2 business days
Ensure all DOH School-Aged Child Care and DOH regulations are met
Coordinate and execute all major events and activities along with other GSS Program Directors
Responsible for school foods program and all of its components
Communicate with DYCD key stakeholders
Prepare a monthly calendar of events, program updates and needs