Program Coordinator

Grand St Settlement Inc.•New York, NY

1d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

As part of our Youth Services Department’s vision: all Youth Services Staff will assist promoting growth, leadership and positive self-image in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) required
Youth development experience required
Proven ability to work with teen and young adult age groups
Previous experience working with diverse people
Good conflict mediation and public relations skills
Strong time-management skills; ability to handle simultaneous assignments/projects with a high degree of accuracy, and meet deadlines in a high pressure environment
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and with minimal guidance
Ability to work independently, assess priorities, and take initiatives
Capacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple tasks and projects
A team player with demonstrated commitment to working with urban youth and young adults from an asset-based perspective
Ability to set-up and maintain work environment that challenges gender stereotypes and is LGBTQIA+- friendly
Must be flexible, cooperative and willing to work in a team environment
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all students while remaining professional at all times and be able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas, including responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance and most importantly, professionalism.

Nice To Haves

College Degree preferred
The ideal candidate is personable, energetic, & enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and strategic direction to full-time and part-time program staff.
Problem solve and intervene directly with youth in groups.
Maintain adequate staff to camper supervision during all activities and trips.
Plan and facilitate remote activities for teens and young adults that develop their social, emotional and/or academic skills.
Must facilitate group management and activities on online platforms.
Work collaboratively with co-workers.
Provide resources for youth through remote engagement sessions.
Must be able to supervise a group of teens and young adults and participate in activities and trips; provide and maintain a safe working environment.
Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits.
Maintain medical and contact information for each camper.
Responsible for maintaining a daily log of all incidents/injuries.
Address conflicts that have potential to undermine community cohesion and trigger violent clashes.
Prepare attendance reports and other reports as required.
Know and adhere to all regulations and procedures outlined in the safety plan.
Refer participants and their families to relevant community resources.
Complete all necessary paperwork that is required.
Manage registration forms and process identification cards for program participants, and support in inputting of data
Come to ready to work with a positive attitude.
Perform other duties as assigned by the program supervisors.
Must complete program training as requested as per school-age child care requirements.