Program Director -UIM

EAST SIDE HOUSE SETTLEMENT•New York, NY

7d•$50,000 - $55,000

About The Position

East Side House (ESH), founded in 1891, is a 501(c) (3) organization that has served the South Bronx since 1963. The organization is dedicated to the community and focused on providing resources and opportunities. ESH has identified that education is the foundation for economic improvement and through its youth education and technology programs it teaches skills to allow its students and clients to become more self-sufficient and independent. As a community resource the organization also provides services to families and a growing senior population. In 2020 the organization began food distribution as an additional way to provide economic support to the community we serve. ESHs Youth After-School Academy, a literacy-focused after school program for students in grades 6 through 8 from high-poverty communities in Bronx, NY. ESH managed After School Programs offer students additional learning time in a fun, engaging, and safe environment. Students are offered a wide variety of activities including homework help, robotics, team sports, karate, dance, and music. Educational methods are used to build and reinforce the skills needed to reach New York State standards for promotion and graduation. Under the supervision of the Department Director of Community School Programs, the Program Director, with latitude for independent judgment, will be responsible for the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the SONYC Afterschool programs. Also, there is an expectation to develop and lead high quality, innovative programming for our middle school participants.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor's degree or the equivalent of 5+ years in youth services preferred, at least 2 of those years are in a supervisory role required
Familiarity with the respective Bronx communities, key stakeholders, and resources
Experienced in designing, planning, and implementing structured programs
2+ years in supervising more than ten program staff
2+ years of budget, contract, and grant management experience
Ability to work independently, assesses priorities, and take initiative
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 a demonstrated commitment to working with urban youth and young adults from a strength-based perspective
Department of Health Fingerprint Clearance
Department of Education Fingerprint Clearance
State Central Registry (SCR) Clearance ($25.00)
Staff Exclusion List (SEL) Clearance
Health Statement
COVID Vaccine
Mandated Reporter, 2 hours, https://www.hslcnys.org/hslc/
Foundations of Health & Safety Training, 5 hours, https://www.ecetp.pdp.albany.e

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a related field preferred
Bi-lingual (Spanish preferred) a plus

Responsibilities

Provide oversite and direction part-time program staff of SONYC after school program and summer camp
Recruit, hire, orient, and develop program staff
Provide supervision to all program staff and delivery of services on a day-to-day basis, to ensure that all goals, targets, and performance outcomes are met on a daily/weekly/monthly basis
Responsible for participant recruitment and retention strategies by utilizing the DYCD Connect report
Serves as the primary liaison for school administration, parents, and other community entities and constituencies
Prepare and evaluate mid-year performance reviews of program staff
Work with program staff to improve job performance through ongoing mentoring and coaching, and monthly staff development
Facilitate monthly team meetings and ensure that all staff meetings are adequately executed
Set, communicate, and enforce clear standards for quality youth development programming
Must understand and navigate community culture and dynamic to ensure program quality
Participate in ongoing efforts to advocate for program needs via community coalition building and via administering feedback surveys and program assessments
Provide and maintain a safe program environment abiding by safety protocols outlined by DYCD, ESH, Office of Child and Family Services, and DOH Safety plan.
Seek partnership opportunities and bring in at least three new partners a year to leverage resources to support programs
Create quarterly community events, special events, and workshop series
Assess program on quarterly to ensure that community needs are met
Ensure attendance tracking and reporting. Meet contractual requirements regarding enrollment and attendance
Respond to all electronic and phone communication within two business days
Ensure all DOH School-Aged Child Care and DOH Summer Day Camp regulations and procedures are complied with and conduct a quarterly self-checklist inspection
Coordinate and execute all major events and activities along with other ESH's Program Directors
Prepare a monthly calendar of events, programs, meetings, and activities
Create a budget plan that supports program needs and ensure timely spending
Collaborate on cross-borough and agency/ department-wide events and strategic planning efforts
Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of After Schools
Experience facilitating live and pre-recorded activities
Familiarity using web-based platforms to engage participants: zoom, google classrooms, etc.
Monitor participant engagement and safety while on live sessions remotely
Facilitate wellness checks/calls to families
Follow remote working plan, policies & procedures as highlighted by the supervisor
Maintain remote/virtual attendance logs & records