Program Director- Cornerstone Brownsville Community Center

Flatbush Development Corporation•New York, NY

2d•$63,500 - $67,000•Onsite

About The Position

Flatbush Development Corporation’s Program Director is responsible for ensuring the After School Program meets program standards and funding guidelines. Under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Youth Programs, the Program Director plans and organizes structured educational and recreational activities for different age groups, supervises staff, and maintains communication among school representatives, participants, staff, and supervisors. This is a full-time, on-site position responsible for the daily supervision of the COMPASS Program, with a maximum of 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Compensation is $63,500–$67,000. The role oversees program operations, including budgets, funding sources, staffing, enrollment, participant retention, program schedules, activities, and required records. The Program Director supports positive youth development, ensures academic, social, cultural, vocational, and recreational components are delivered effectively, and coordinates special projects, events, and field trips. The role also oversees staff training and performance, program safety and licensing compliance, family engagement, and professional development for staff.

Requirements

Four years of supervisory experience working in afterschool programs or youth services.
Strong knowledge of Department of Youth and Community Development and Department of Health regulations and compliance.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
Effective problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Certifications required for SACC, DOH, and DYCD licensing.
Meet one of the stated education and experience pathways: an associate’s degree in child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation, or a related area; a School-Age Child Care Credential or other Office-recognized school-age credential plus two years of direct experience with children under 13, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in childcare or a related field; or two years of college with 18 credits in child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the entire program, assist with budget development and modifications, work with funding sources, support hiring, and supervise and evaluate staff.
Oversee outreach, recruitment, applications, enrollment, and participant retention, ensuring participants can access resources to pursue their goals.
Use positive youth development, behavior management, and discipline practices that foster participants’ social, emotional, and cognitive growth, self-esteem, and responsibility.
Build positive relationships with participants and serve as a role model.
Create program schedules and enroll participants in activities, taking participant choice and performance targets into account.
Use formal program feedback to improve program design.
Organize special projects and assist with planning, coordinating, and supervising special events and field trips.
Ensure academic, social, cultural, vocational, and recreational program components are implemented effectively and consistently with the curriculum.
Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and supervise frontline staff according to FDC policies.
Hold regular meetings with staff, partners, and stakeholders to support quality service delivery and participants’ academic success.
Maintain required logs and program databases and keep them up to date.
Support program delivery staff with facilitation, health and safety, and youth development practices.
Ensure appropriate staff coverage for scheduled and unscheduled absences.
Comply with and enforce health and safety requirements set by FDC, relevant state and city health departments, and the CDC.
Work with participants to resolve medical or behavioral incidents, communicate with parents as necessary, and inform the Director of Youth Services of issues, providing written statements when needed.
Ensure staff have required training and documentation for SACC and NYC DOH licensing and DYCD contract requirements, including clearances and medical and mandated reporter documentation.
Develop and implement a family engagement plan aligned with program goals.
Plan and coordinate monthly family events, workshops, celebrations, and educational activities.
Build relationships with parents and caregivers through regular communication and outreach.
Participate in assigned meetings and workshops, including at least 15 hours of training per year.
Work with the Education Director, staff developers, and applicable educational specialists to develop professional skills and apply acquired knowledge to improve program quality.
Design a comprehensive professional development curriculum for staff.
Occasionally support organizational events, special initiatives, and community activities outside the regular work schedule, including evenings and weekends.