Program Coordinator

Grand St Settlement Inc.•New York, NY

22d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Grand Street Settlement Cornerstone Program Coordinators are responsible for assisting in the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the Beacon Community Center. In addition, there is an expectation of high quality, innovative programming for our elementary participants. As part of our Youth Services Department’s vision: all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth, leadership and positive self-image in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites. The Program Coordinator will promote and develop a safe and engaging environment for youth. This role encompasses supervision, data entry, and youth group facilitation skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred, or at least 3 years youth experience
Knowledge of working with inner city youth
High level of proficiency in administrative work
Capacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple tasks and projects
Knowledge of the public education system and positive youth development best practices
Strong public speaking, writing and organizational skills
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
A background in partnering with the Department of Education and local community based organizations to support programs
Have skills in experiential learning and group facilitation with youth
Must be an outstanding strategic thinker
Must be flexible, cooperative and willing to work in a team environment
Proficiency in Microsoft office suite
Proficiency in a variety of internet research and communication functions
Experienced in DYCD programming regulations and DYCD online
Must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance ($25 fee)
Must have NYS Food Handler’s Certificate
Must be CPR and Advanced First Aid Certified

Responsibilities

Designs program outcomes with Assistant Director that reflects the three core components.
Assists in the overall management and operations of the elementary & middle school program
Ensure that attendance is taken and entered into the DYCD database accurately & in a timely fashion
Tracks attendance and rate of participation.
Collects and organizes records, attendance, and educational assessments.
Responsible for the enrollment/registration process for all program participants: registration form must have a medical form filled if participants are 13 & younger, ensure that DYCD forms must be filled completely and correctly
Recruits participants in order to ensure enrollment and registration targets are met.
Supervise staff and ensure that they provide engaging activities, supervise educational coordinator to ensure that the academic component is met.
Ensures that the goals and objectives of the program are met by the deadlines (targeted middle school: 25~ participants & total participant hours 200), 100~ elementary school participants
Conducts periodic assessments and evaluations and assists in curricula and programmatic refinement (i.e. pre/post surveys/tests).
Have parent orientations and monthly parent meetings
Coordinates schedules and trips
Remains in regular contact with all local school’s faculty, staff, and participants’ parents
Develops educational materials and prepares and facilitates workshops in youth relevant topic areas
Ensures documentation and tracking as needed and submits required reports in a timely manner
Performs other programmatic/administrative duties as assigned
Attains two new partnerships that are in line with the core components and maximizes program outcomes.
Come ready to work with positive attitude
Perform other duties as assigned by the program supervisors