Program Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or GED) is required
• Must successfully complete the 2 hour Mandated Reporter training course (Can be completed upon hire)
• At least 6 months of relevant work experience is required
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends when necessary
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and an outgoing / cheerful disposition
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be computer literate in Microsoft-Office

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between the site and community-based recreational resources
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate activities for families in the temporary shelter, including but not limited to homemaking, healthy eating, shopping on a budget, financial empowerment, etc.
• Develop linkages with external recreational programs and facilities
• Organize trips for the clients and their children
• Plan and organize special facility events
• Coordinate attendance for holiday celebrations offered in the community and by DHS
• Work with community providers/institutions in the development of recreational opportunities for clients, (i.e., Big Buddy programs, PAL, Big Brothers/Big Sisters), students, and others
• Maintain contact with museums, theaters, sports teams, and other cultural programs and activities to facilitate awareness and attendance of special events for clients
• Escort families to all events to ensure a safe and structured environment for all in attendance
• Organize and coordinate parent/escort volunteer groups
• Manage time effectively and coordinate program activities accordingly
• Coordinate transportation services to and from all special events with CCS, DHS, and/or others as needed
• Maintain and submit logs of all activities (completed and upcoming)
• Other assignments and tasks may be added at the discretion of the Program Director
• Assist in identifying housing resources and leads for families in shelter