DYCD After School Program Director

Counseling in Schools • New York, NY

52d • $65,000 - $78,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Counseling In Schools (CIS), a community-based organization founded in 1986, promotes the emotional and social growth of children so they can thrive in school and succeed in life. CIS partners with New York City schools, shelters, and communities and provides programs that support children, families, teachers, and administrators.

The Program Director is the onsite leader responsible for the overall management, supervision, and coordination of a COMPASS after-school program. The role oversees daily operations, staff, student safety, curriculum, data and reporting, and compliance with DYCD, DOH, and OCFS regulations. The Director also fosters a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment incorporating social-emotional learning and service learning, and serves as liaison for inclusion and mental health supports.

This is a full-time, onsite position at a location in New York City. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The role reports to the Senior Program Director and includes 15 hours of professional development per year, as well as availability for some organizational events outside regular business hours.

Requirements

• Strong leadership, conflict-resolution, and diplomacy skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of healing-centered engagement and restorative practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel, email correspondence, and database management.
• Familiarity with New York State standards.
• Must pass DOE and DOHMH fingerprinting and background clearance.
• Must be available to work onsite Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Must participate in 15 hours of professional development per year and be available for some organizational events outside regular business hours.

Nice To Haves

• Background in social work, education, or a related field.
• Three or more years of work experience in youth development.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily program operations, including staff supervision, student safety, attendance tracking, and scheduling.
• Maintain communication and partnerships with school administrators, DOE personnel, parents, and community stakeholders.
• Recruit, interview, train, evaluate, and coach staff and volunteers in alignment with SACC and DYCD personnel standards.
• Oversee enrollment, data collection, and reporting in DYCD Connect and other systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, licensing, and other applicable requirements.
• Lead program design incorporating social-emotional learning, service learning, culturally responsive pedagogy, and literacy, STEM, and arts enrichment.
• Serve as liaison for inclusion and mental health supports, ensuring students with disabilities or special needs receive accommodations and resources.
• Support staff professional growth through reflective supervision, coaching, and professional development planning.
• Ensure program activities align with COMPASS goals and quality standards.
• Conduct classroom observations, report information consistently to the CIS Supervisor, and address concerns as they arise.
• Maintain accurate staff time and attendance records, staff and student files, incident and accident reports, required documentation, and student data.
• Collaborate with instructors to develop curriculum and activities that support initiative goals and outcomes.
• Create a community that values respect, acceptance, and high expectations.

Benefits

• 25 or more days of paid time off and paid holidays.
• Company-sponsored healthcare plan and other coverage options, including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Transit Check Program using pre-tax dollars for transportation expenses.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Referral bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed