Program Coordinator, Youth Development/Crown Heights & La Casita After School Program

North County Lifeline • Oceanside, CA

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About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Youth Development Program Manager, is responsible for the quality and effectiveness of the Club Crown Heights (CCH) and La Casita Programs, and CCH Measure X funds. Oversees staff, volunteers, interns, and trainees, and manages daily program activities to ensure alignment with the agency's mission and compliance with all policies, procedures, and contract requirements. Works in a culturally sensitive manner and abides by all legal and ethical standards. Serves as a liaison between Lifeline and the community including schools, law enforcement and other collaborative partners including the City of Oceanside. Must demonstrate knowledge of trauma informed, client driven, and culturally competent care. The Program Coordinator establishes a safe after-school program that provides academics, skills development, education, work readiness, STEM Labs, recreation, and occasional field trips and assures that all services provided to our clients and families are implemented through a client driven wellness and recovery model that is strength and outcome based, culturally relevant, and trauma informed.

Requirements

• AA degree required, BA degree highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2-3 years working with youth in after school, childcare or comparable setting.
• Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; stages of child development and learning styles; and age-appropriate activities; and working with diverse youth.
• Well-developed problem solving and communication skills.
• Knowledge of child development and delinquency issues.
• Experience and ability in group facilitation.
• Cultural sensitivity and competency required.
• Ability to respond to critical incidents and to follow emergency procedures.
• Bilingual Spanish/English required.
• Compatibility with program goals and objectives.
• Must acquire CPR, and first aid certification.
• Must pass criminal background clearance, drug test, TB test, and other employment related reference checks.
• Excellent driving record.

Nice To Haves

• California Class B driver's license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Meets the program performance outcomes as outlined in contract with City of Oceanside, Measure X funds and other funding sources.
• Completes all enrollment paperwork with all participants and creates appropriate files containing all necessary signatures and consents forms
• Complies with San Diego County, State and Local regulations and policy per contract.
• Plans and implements tutoring, STEM and other academic activities to be provided to all youth participants.
• Coordinates and refers youth to other Lifeline programs and assists with the enrollment process as needed.
• Assists Program Manager/Director with coordination and planning of events and programming at the resource centers in Oceanside (i.e. John Landes, Crown Heights, Libby Lake, and Chavez).
• Serves as a liaison between Youth Development programs and other Lifeline programs (i.e. S4S, Girls Seek, CAT/JD, ATD, CHOICE, VIVA, CinA, TLR, Connections) to promote in-house program coordination.
• Coordinate, support, and assist other Youth Development Program Managers, and Director to ensure success with all Youth Development contracts.
• Maintains statistics and meets reporting requirements for Youth Development programs on the specified database, including program-specific ETO database.
• Utilizes a data collection system, maintains data, and completes reports as needed to the funding source.
• Assists the Program Manager/Director with completing all necessary reports monthly for contracts with the City of Oceanside, Measure X, and other funding sources.
• Facilitates the day-to-day planning, supervision and implementation of the program and provides age-appropriate activities and events for youth.
• Provides supervision and guidance to CCH and La Casita staff as needed.
• Attends monthly team meetings and other meetings as required.
• Helps to develop skill building curriculum and schedule activities.
• Arranges sports, recreational and enrichment activities on a daily basis.
• Maximizes the safety of the environment and activities for participants and staff.
• Maintains a clean and organized environment
• Interacts and communicates in a positive manner with youth, parents, school administrators, City of Oceanside representatives and staff to ensure smooth operation of the program.
• Plans program activities, completing program calendar in advance, keeping it up to date and making it available to parents, staff and youth.
• Provides direct service and supervision to youth participants as required.
• Develops and maintains a positive working relationship with schools and other youth-serving organizations.
• Monitors and evaluates youth progress and participation to ensure contract compliance.
• Serves as a mentor to youth.
• Attends retreats, conferences and training workshops as required.
• Works with the community to recruit, schedule, train, and supervise volunteers and interns.
• Coordinates and plans special projects; such as Crown Heights Festival, Halloween, Dia del Nino, and Civic Leadership Programs.
• Represents agency at community forums.
• Serves as a program liaison to elected officials and public, private, and non-profit agencies and organizations.
• Serves as liaison to youth and families to encourage their participation and support.
• Liaison to OUSD, City of Oceanside officials, OPD and other community collaborates and develops collaborative partnerships.
• Facilitates collaborative and community meetings as required and manages town hall meetings.
• Demonstrates the organization's mission and values through their work, professional conduct, and interactions with clients, partners, and community.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation
• Paid sick time (6 days)
• Paid holidays (14 days)
• 100% employer paid medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and acupuncture coverage
• 100% employer paid life insurance
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance program
• Professional development assistance
• Great employee incentive awards program
• Training and education assistance
• Matched 403b retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid supervision hours (clinical positions)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree