Fathers & Families Support Center
Director of Youth Services
Fathers & Families Support Center, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Fathers & Families Support Center
Position Title:
Director of Youth Services
Reports To:
Chief Operating Officer
Direct Reports:
Youth Coordinator, Team, Volunteers
Job Status:
Full-Time / Exempt
Description of this role:
This position manages the planning and completion of activities related to the monitoring, documenting, and reporting of the youth program activities of the organization.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities -
includes the following and other related duties may be assigned.
Supervise the day-to-day functioning of the youth program.
Review and have a working knowledge of all programs and grants as they relate to youth programs.
Train staff in the usage of the youth curriculum.
Provide monthly reports to the managing director related to the youth programs.
Seek and write grants/proposals for funding and submit reports of outcomes/goals for grants/proposals.
Develop/create educational materials for curricula.
Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies, school representatives (principals, teachers, counselors, etc.).
Market youth programs to schools, community agencies/organizations.
Develop and implement strategies for parental involvement.
Manage the coordination of activities, events of the youth program, and assist with family bonding activities.
Review weekly sessions at assigned schools and attend community fairs and events.
Present educational materials to youths on social issues (self-esteem, values, teen pregnancy prevention, substance abuse awareness, peer pressure, violence prevention and other related topics).
Attend all staff meetings as required. Travel to multiple locations.
Recruit youths for programs and perform client intakes as needed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must empathize with the clients that FFSC serves and have a desire to meet FFSC’s goals and mission.
Must be able to successfully manage a team.
Must understand and practice the NASW code of ethics.
Must be able to utilize agency and community resources to meet goals.
Must be team oriented and able to work independently.
Must be familiar with MS Office.
Educational and Experience Requirements:
Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, Master’s degree preferred.
Must have previous management experience.
Must possess a valid Missouri driver’s license and have a reliable, insured vehicle.
What FFSC has to offer:
Competitive pay based on experience; 401k plan with 6% employer match.
95% Employer paid medical; partial payment towards qualified dependents coverage; FSA/HSA options.
Low-rate Dental & Vision coverage; employer paid Life Insurance, STD/LTD plus buy up options.
Generous PTO package with 14 paid holidays; flexible work/life balance.
Discount program, additional voluntary benefits, partial cell phone reimbursement, and paid mileage.
Annual staff retreat and an opportunity to be a part of a fantastic mission driven agency.
This job description does not list all the duties of this position. Performance of other duties may be requested, and other related duties may be assigned. FFSC has the right to revise this description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment.
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Position Title:
Director of Youth Services
Reports To:
Chief Operating Officer
Direct Reports:
Youth Coordinator, Team, Volunteers
Job Status:
Full-Time / Exempt
Description of this role:
This position manages the planning and completion of activities related to the monitoring, documenting, and reporting of the youth program activities of the organization.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities -
includes the following and other related duties may be assigned.
Supervise the day-to-day functioning of the youth program.
Review and have a working knowledge of all programs and grants as they relate to youth programs.
Train staff in the usage of the youth curriculum.
Provide monthly reports to the managing director related to the youth programs.
Seek and write grants/proposals for funding and submit reports of outcomes/goals for grants/proposals.
Develop/create educational materials for curricula.
Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies, school representatives (principals, teachers, counselors, etc.).
Market youth programs to schools, community agencies/organizations.
Develop and implement strategies for parental involvement.
Manage the coordination of activities, events of the youth program, and assist with family bonding activities.
Review weekly sessions at assigned schools and attend community fairs and events.
Present educational materials to youths on social issues (self-esteem, values, teen pregnancy prevention, substance abuse awareness, peer pressure, violence prevention and other related topics).
Attend all staff meetings as required. Travel to multiple locations.
Recruit youths for programs and perform client intakes as needed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must empathize with the clients that FFSC serves and have a desire to meet FFSC’s goals and mission.
Must be able to successfully manage a team.
Must understand and practice the NASW code of ethics.
Must be able to utilize agency and community resources to meet goals.
Must be team oriented and able to work independently.
Must be familiar with MS Office.
Educational and Experience Requirements:
Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, Master’s degree preferred.
Must have previous management experience.
Must possess a valid Missouri driver’s license and have a reliable, insured vehicle.
What FFSC has to offer:
Competitive pay based on experience; 401k plan with 6% employer match.
95% Employer paid medical; partial payment towards qualified dependents coverage; FSA/HSA options.
Low-rate Dental & Vision coverage; employer paid Life Insurance, STD/LTD plus buy up options.
Generous PTO package with 14 paid holidays; flexible work/life balance.
Discount program, additional voluntary benefits, partial cell phone reimbursement, and paid mileage.
Annual staff retreat and an opportunity to be a part of a fantastic mission driven agency.
This job description does not list all the duties of this position. Performance of other duties may be requested, and other related duties may be assigned. FFSC has the right to revise this description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment.
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