Program Manager (Education and Workforce TEP)
About The Position
Goddard Riverside is a well-established Manhattan community-based agency with an annual operating budget of approximately $50 million. Goddard Riverside is one of New York City’s leading human service organizations meeting the basic needs of children, youth and families, homeless people, and older adults across Manhattan and New York City. Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Director of Community Engagement & Success, the Teen Expansion Program (TEP) Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to the following duties: Demonstrated ability to plan, conduct and supervise personnel, recreational programs, and services Ability to communicate effectively with young people from diverse backgrounds, ages 12-19 as well as a range of other organizational personnel in a courteous and professional manner Must be highly motivated and dedicated to the organizational mission Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential
Requirements
- High School Diploma/HSE/GED, associates degree is preferred
- Willingness to learn & continue learning and developing through this role
- Demonstrated sensitivity & respect of teenagers and young adults, and your community
- Strong communication skills
- Comfortable using technology ie. Smartphones, email accounts, Microsoft Office and/or Google Docs
- Be available to work weekends and on call on day(s) not on site.
Responsibilities
- Be available to work weekends and on call on day(s) not on site.
- Assist with planning and developing program activities to ensure that activities and events are made available for all participants
- Implement recreation programs to ensure that members have access to all activities
- Administer recreation programs to ensure that programs are delivered within guidelines and budgets
- Promote recreational programs order to ensure that members are aware of available opportunities and activities
- Ensure facilities and maintained to ensure a safe, clean, and appropriate environment for recreation activities
- Assist with planning and developing recreation programs to ensure that activities and events are made available for all members
- Implement recreation programs to ensure that members have access to sport, recreation, and leisure activities
- Administer recreation programs to ensure that programs are delivered within guidelines and budgets
- Promote recreational programs to ensure that members are aware of available opportunities and activities
- Ensure recreation facilities and maintained to ensure a safe, clean, and appropriate environment for recreation activities
- Collaborate with summer staff in the planning, development and execution of quality, project-based youth development activities & workshops
- Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with participants, families & staff
- Coordinate events & functions in specialty area such as: showcases, exhibits, productions, culminating events, etc
- Engage participants in specialty area activities
- Provide support through encouragement and delivering resources
- Serve as a role model to youth, always maintaining professionalism and preparedness.
- Utilize positive youth development strategies to resolve behavioral challenges and celebrate youth achievement.
- Participate pre-program and ongoing professional development opportunities and daily staff meetings in addition to formal feedback and coaching:
- Implement all health and safety protocols as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
