Crossroads Program Coordinator I

DotHouse Health • Dorchester, MA

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About The Position

The Fields Corner Crossroads Collaborative sponsors this Children’s Health Equity (CHEq) grant-funded position. The Crossroads Project Coordinator will support the final two years of the 3-year implementation of the CHEq scope of services planning initiative. Crossroads Collaborative aims to develop a shared platform and implement a plan that unites Fields Corner’s diverse communities to outline issues/policies that stabilize low- income and working-class residents, especially children. Our eight organizations represent anchor institutions within the neighborhood that connect work on affordable housing, anti-gentrification, economic justice, healthcare, youth development, early education, and anti-violence.
The Program Coordinator II plays a leadership role in supporting the implementation, coordination, and continuous improvement of youth development and community engagement programs within the Fields Corner Crossroads Collaborative. Working closely with the Project Director and Program Coordinator and The Program Coordinator II works collaboratively with Crossroads’ staff, Collaborative members, and community partners to carry out the responsibilities below and reports to the Project Director.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, Slides)
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with youth and young adults, particularly ages 14–24
• Background in youth development, facilitation, mental health education, or community organizing
• Experience developing curriculum, workshops, or training materials preferred
• Ability to facilitate youth-centered and culturally responsive spaces
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, implementation, and coordination of Youth Council activities in partnership with the Program Coordinator II.
• Assist with developing meeting agendas, workshop curricula, and leadership development activities.
• Support Program Coordinator II with Youth Council recruitment and onboarding.
• Support with facilitation of Youth Council program implementation.
• Assist in managing youth-led projects and initiatives from planning through evaluation.
• Support Program Coordinator II with Crossroads Youth Board attendance and paid hours tracking.
• Support the coordination and implementation of the annual $100,000 Participatory Budget process.
• Assist with planning and logistics for the Young Leaders Symposium, youth mental health forum, and community engagement events.
• Support with manage and maintain the Youth Council’s social media presence.
• Review and approve posts in coordination with the Youth Board Content Manager.
• Attend community events and community meetings on behalf of the collaborative.
• Attend weekly planning and accountability meetings with the Project Director to review progress, address barriers, and align deliverables.
• Participate in collaborative planning sessions focused on curriculum development, workshop design, facilitation strategy, and youth engagement approaches.
• Attend weekly Crossroads team huddles to support coordination across projects and collaborative initiatives.
• Participate in Crossroads Youth Council strategic planning meetings to support summer programming development, agenda planning, and youth leadership structures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED