Assistant Program Director - MS 15 & PS 291

Good Shepherd • Bronx, NY

65d • $50,000 - $55,000

About The Position

The Assistant Program Director is responsible for assisting the Program Director in the development and management of daily programming for the afterschool program. This role involves overseeing various aspects of the program, ensuring a safe and accountable environment for participants, and coordinating activities and events.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required. Candidates with an Associates or higher in Education or Social Work are encouraged to apply.
• Three years experience in youth program supervision and/or administration.
• Experience in program development for youth.
• Must be able to engage in crisis-intervention activities and demonstrate, lead, and teach a range of group activities.
• Strong communication, organizational skills. Team Player and Approachability.
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength based and/or youth development perspective.
• Ability to work occasional weekends/late evenings.
• Must be able to pass DOHMH & DOE clearances and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Director in overseeing the daily operation of all aspects of the program.
• Attend all staff meetings and required professional development activities.
• Assist with the design and implementation of programming and scheduling.
• In the absence of the Program Director, provide overall leadership and administration of program.
• Track and input student records and attendance in program databases as needed.
• Help to create an environment of accountability, safety, and responsibility amongst participants, and use the established afterschool model.
• Coordinate and plan program activities and culminating events.
• Schedule and participate in parent involvement activities.
• Network and outreach to community organizations to provide services and information to program participants.
• Conduct outreach for participants to enroll in programming.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees