Program Coordinator (Community Center)

UNITED ACTIVITIES UNLIMITED•New York, NY

2d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Coordinator provides oversight, coordination, and organization of activities that support participants’ physical, emotional, intellectual, and social growth. The role assists the Program Director and Assistant Program Director with delivering quality programming for participants served by UAU and provides oversight assistance to staff. The position is part-time, in person in Staten Island, New York, with a schedule of at least 15–20 hours per week. It is hourly and non-exempt, with a pay range of $18–$24 per hour, subject to applicable contractual obligations and budget allowances.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (High School Equivalency Diploma) required.
Valid driver’s license.
Commitment to working from a strength-based perspective.
Cultural competence, including the ability to understand and respond sensitively to needs and communicate and interact effectively across cultures, with at-risk youth, and across age ranges.
Must pass reference checks and background checks as designated by DOH, DYCD, and UAU.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong problem-solving and mathematical skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Demonstrated ability to conduct and complete work independently.
Willingness to take initiative and be flexible when needed.
Ability to work collaboratively to achieve target objectives and outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
Matriculated college student or higher at an accredited university or college preferred.
At least one year of experience working with children and at-risk youth ages 13–18 preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise staff and participants to help ensure safety and required staff-to-participant ratios.
Maintain participant files and records and assist with data entry as directed and required by DYCD.
Maintain accurate daily attendance records as directed and required by DYCD.
Assist with participant arrival and dismissal as needed.
Communicate with participants and families as required.
Model, enforce, teach, and develop age-appropriate social, physical, and emotional behaviors.
Lead or assist with developing and implementing outreach and deliverable programs to engage potential participants and families in the community.
Create and facilitate a safe, fun, visually appealing, and productive learning environment for youth.
Use positive behavior-management strategies for disruptive and negative behaviors.
Demonstrate positive leadership and serve as a positive role model for participants.
Participate in ongoing professional development.
Perform daily setup and cleanup in accordance with Department of Health regulations and UAU policies.
Follow safety protocols outlined by the Department of Health, OCFS, DYCD, and UAU.
Assume the responsibilities of the Program Director and/or Assistant Program Director in their absence.
Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.