Parssy Program Coordinator

Africa Centre•Edmonton, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The PARSSY Program Coordinator will serve as the primary liaison between the Africa Centre and other agencies and institutions, including the school and justice systems, involved in the promotion of restorative practice initiatives that target at-risk youth. This role coordinates the day-to-day operations of the program and implements programmatic and administrative services to attain program goals and objectives. The coordinator provides supervisory support to program volunteers and coordinates stakeholder meetings between school personnel, youth, and families. They also make programmatic and administrative recommendations pertaining to the PARSSY program to management.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in the humanities, social work, or a related field required.
At least three years of professional experience in the mental health or human services fields required.
At least three years’ experience working with at-risk youth.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a private vehicle.
Familiarity with community support systems, health care and human service resources, court, and police activities
Good organizational skills and administrative abilities
Flexibility in days and hours available for scheduled work, including weekends.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent observational and listening skills.
Interpersonal communication and facilitation skills

Nice To Haves

At least three years at the supervisory level preferred.
Ability to communicate fluently in both or either French and English will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

Develop positive relationships with youth participants and conduct individualized needs assessment
Prepare detailed progress notes, updates, program evaluations and reports, while monitoring program timeline
Work with partner schools, the Edmonton Police Service, and other community organizations and initiatives to address youth needs
Assist in representing youth needs to help collaborators gain a holistic view of youth's emotional, social, and psychological development
Outreach and network with other community resources to assist the youth
Facilitate youth transition to constructive and meaningful extracurricular activities, such as recreational and culturally relevant activities, that address their needs and individual interests while diverting their focus to beneficial and healthy interactions
Support and advocate for students facing suspension or expulsion and other disciplinary hearings, including court hearings
Facilitate the intake and referral of ACB youth from the Edmonton Police Services youth division unit
Outreach to other schools and community organizations
Recruit and train volunteers to support program delivery
Build and train community leaders to act as Wisdom Keepers and to facilitate restorative circles with youth