Program Coordinator - Youth Center (PT) - WestCare Foundation : Job Details

Program Coordinator - Youth Center (PT)

Job Details

Job Location

Dayton - 624 Xenia - Dayton, OH

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Salary Range

$18.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Education

Description

Position Summary:

The Youth Center Program Coordinator serves as a junior-level member of the leadership team and oversees the daily operations of the program to which they are assigned. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

+ Serves as a member of the programs leadership team, overseeing the daily operation of the program to which they are assigned, and providing supervision to assigned staff;

+ Ensures staff adherence to the policies and procedures of the program and WestCare;

+ Serves as a mentor to staff members, providing training and coaching where needed;

+ Assists and advises the Program Manager regarding program changes, design, development, etc.;

+ Provides regular reports to the Program Manager;

+ Responds to incidents in manner that is consistent with WestCares policies and procedures, and gives direction during emergency situations;

+ Mentors youth enrolled in the Champions Program and monitor their academic and social/emotional development;

+ Provides high quality programming and services that touch 100+ youth, ages 12-19, each year;

+ Manages the services and outcomes of the Remote Youth Case Worker/Youth Coach;

+ Manages, schedules, and evaluates programming of partner agencies during out-of-school-time center-based periods;

+ Assists the Youth Advisory (youth-led) council in planning events and activities for the Center;

+ Maintains regular, open communications with youth families;

+ Ensures grant deliverables are being met within the limits of the approved budget;

+ Prepares data and reports for funders (monthly and at 6 and 12 month intervals);

+ Creates and maintains student files and student success plans;

+ Facilitates a monthly program coordination meeting with the program partners in the Youth Champions Collaborative;

+ Helps find community services, work, and job shadowing opportunities for the youth;

+ Makes referrals to partner agencies when applicable;

+ Facilitates and conducts program activities and prevention education classes with youth

+ Provides supervision during program hours and field trips;

+ Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;

+ Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Certifications/Licensures:

+ Relevant certification and/or licensure ispreferred;preference will be given to certified candidates;

+ CPR Certification is preferred;

+ Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

Education:

+ Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is required;

+ High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience and Competencies:

+ At least one (1) years experience working in a similar position within WestCare, or two (2) years experience working with youth in a similar position required;

+ Experience working with youth (ages 12-19) in a similar role preferred;

+ Case management and coaching experience preferred

+ Understanding of prevention science and experience teaching prevention education preferred.

+ Ability to form and maintain effective, professional, and positive relationships with staff, volunteers, and program participants required;

+ Ability to mentor, coach, and train required;

+ Ability to remain calm in stressful situations required;

+ Skills in conflict resolution required;

+ Ability to work well, both individually and as part of a team required;

+ Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion required;

+ Adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct required;

+ Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor required;

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills required;

Working Conditions:

+ Work is primarily performed in an indoor office or classroom setting;

+ Occasional outdoor work and travel between multiple locationsmaybe required;

+ Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment;