Children's Aid
Program Director
Children's Aid, New York, New York, us, 10261
Children's Aid
Program Director
Manhattan ,
New York
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Program Director 11/13/24Full Time--ManhattanJob ID: 007410
Description:
Salome Urena Campus (4600 Broadway)55k-65k*Position Summary: * The Program Director is responsible for the management and supervision of the extended day programs, Afterschool, Summer Camp, Holiday Program, and provides support to the Teens in Action and Parent Engagement programs, as well as other special programs involving students and parents in the Community School.Design, plan, and implement quality, innovative programming that employs youth development principles and practices, supporting educational and social-emotional needs, and building leadership skills.Work closely with the program’s education coordinator to ensure day-school learning aligns with the after-school literacy component.Oversee the behavioral management of children to ensure healthy social-emotional development.Manage and supervise after-school, holiday, and summer camp programs, as well as other special programs in collaboration with community school partners.Meet all Youth Division outcomes and objectives, as well as contractual mandates set by DYCD, DOE, ExpandED Schools, and ICM.Ensure program goals align with the Division’s extended day program outcomes related to education, STEM, social-emotional learning & executive functioning, nutrition & fitness, arts & enrichment, youth leadership, and family engagement.Develop and implement strategies to achieve program outcomes, including youth recruitment, enrollment, and participation rates.Supervise the day-to-day functions of the program.Supervise Summer Youth Employment Program participants.Obtain all related licenses required to operate after-school and summer camp programs.Create, organize, and maintain confidential client and staff files.Recruit, interview, hire, supervise, and evaluate extended day and summer camp staff.Model appropriate child, youth, and adult development practices, and address behavior concerns as needed.Coordinate and facilitate case conferences as needed.Develop and implement a strategic recruitment plan to ensure compliance with enrollment and participation timeframes for SONYC, Office of Community Schools, ExpandED Schools, and I Challenge Myself (ICM).Build, maintain, and nurture relationships with school administration, teachers, and guidance counselors to align the school day with the afterschool program.Establish recruitment efforts to engage, enroll, and sustain youth participation in SONYC, 21st CCLC, ExpandED, and ICM programs.Develop relationships with parents through involvement strategies and regular communication.Work collaboratively with other agency youth programs and community partners.Establish and maintain strategic partnerships between the COMPASS program and relevant community groups, school administrators, public officials, funders, parents, and other critical stakeholders.Represent the organization to community boards, other institutions, agencies, and organizations.Plan and schedule educational and fun trips to expose youth to new experiences that foster learning and academic success.Create a calendar for staff development workshops, orientations, meetings, and trainings on educational enrichment initiatives for Children’s Aid After-School programs.Organize and implement program calendars, events, workshops, and community service projects based on educational themes and project-based learning activities.Outcomes / DataPerform data input, review, and analyze data for trends, gaps in services, and continuous improvement.Participate in weekly and monthly outcomes/data meetings.Complete all monthly and quarterly reports for the organization, partners, and funders, including incident and accident reports.Complete and submit weekly schedules, reports, and all other required documentation.Perform all other duties as required, assigned, and necessary to carry out job functions under the direction of the Community School Director.*Minimum Qualifications: *Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Education, Public Administration, related field preferred or3-5 Years of experience working with youth and /or families in in a fast-paced community-based programs; after-school programsDemonstrated dedication to working with middle-school-aged youth in underserved communities, showing creativity, initiative, a sense of humor, and urgency.Supervisory experience, crisis management skills, and knowledge of youth development principles.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English and Spanish preferred.Ability to adapt to emerging changes, work flexible hours (including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays), and travel as needed.Capacity to interface with diverse youth and staff populations and work effectively as a team member.Working knowledge of computer systems and database operations.It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not to tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children’s Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Children’s Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children’s Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.
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Program Director
Manhattan ,
New York
Apply Now
Program Director 11/13/24Full Time--ManhattanJob ID: 007410
Description:
Salome Urena Campus (4600 Broadway)55k-65k*Position Summary: * The Program Director is responsible for the management and supervision of the extended day programs, Afterschool, Summer Camp, Holiday Program, and provides support to the Teens in Action and Parent Engagement programs, as well as other special programs involving students and parents in the Community School.Design, plan, and implement quality, innovative programming that employs youth development principles and practices, supporting educational and social-emotional needs, and building leadership skills.Work closely with the program’s education coordinator to ensure day-school learning aligns with the after-school literacy component.Oversee the behavioral management of children to ensure healthy social-emotional development.Manage and supervise after-school, holiday, and summer camp programs, as well as other special programs in collaboration with community school partners.Meet all Youth Division outcomes and objectives, as well as contractual mandates set by DYCD, DOE, ExpandED Schools, and ICM.Ensure program goals align with the Division’s extended day program outcomes related to education, STEM, social-emotional learning & executive functioning, nutrition & fitness, arts & enrichment, youth leadership, and family engagement.Develop and implement strategies to achieve program outcomes, including youth recruitment, enrollment, and participation rates.Supervise the day-to-day functions of the program.Supervise Summer Youth Employment Program participants.Obtain all related licenses required to operate after-school and summer camp programs.Create, organize, and maintain confidential client and staff files.Recruit, interview, hire, supervise, and evaluate extended day and summer camp staff.Model appropriate child, youth, and adult development practices, and address behavior concerns as needed.Coordinate and facilitate case conferences as needed.Develop and implement a strategic recruitment plan to ensure compliance with enrollment and participation timeframes for SONYC, Office of Community Schools, ExpandED Schools, and I Challenge Myself (ICM).Build, maintain, and nurture relationships with school administration, teachers, and guidance counselors to align the school day with the afterschool program.Establish recruitment efforts to engage, enroll, and sustain youth participation in SONYC, 21st CCLC, ExpandED, and ICM programs.Develop relationships with parents through involvement strategies and regular communication.Work collaboratively with other agency youth programs and community partners.Establish and maintain strategic partnerships between the COMPASS program and relevant community groups, school administrators, public officials, funders, parents, and other critical stakeholders.Represent the organization to community boards, other institutions, agencies, and organizations.Plan and schedule educational and fun trips to expose youth to new experiences that foster learning and academic success.Create a calendar for staff development workshops, orientations, meetings, and trainings on educational enrichment initiatives for Children’s Aid After-School programs.Organize and implement program calendars, events, workshops, and community service projects based on educational themes and project-based learning activities.Outcomes / DataPerform data input, review, and analyze data for trends, gaps in services, and continuous improvement.Participate in weekly and monthly outcomes/data meetings.Complete all monthly and quarterly reports for the organization, partners, and funders, including incident and accident reports.Complete and submit weekly schedules, reports, and all other required documentation.Perform all other duties as required, assigned, and necessary to carry out job functions under the direction of the Community School Director.*Minimum Qualifications: *Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Education, Public Administration, related field preferred or3-5 Years of experience working with youth and /or families in in a fast-paced community-based programs; after-school programsDemonstrated dedication to working with middle-school-aged youth in underserved communities, showing creativity, initiative, a sense of humor, and urgency.Supervisory experience, crisis management skills, and knowledge of youth development principles.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English and Spanish preferred.Ability to adapt to emerging changes, work flexible hours (including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays), and travel as needed.Capacity to interface with diverse youth and staff populations and work effectively as a team member.Working knowledge of computer systems and database operations.It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not to tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children’s Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Children’s Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children’s Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.
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