Diocese of Venice
AFCAAM PYD Case Manager, Part-time
Diocese of Venice, Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916
Title:
Positive Youth Development Case Manager, Part-time (25 hrs./wk.)
Reports to:
AFCAAM Program Director
Location:
Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice, Inc. | 3681 Michigan Avenue, Fort Myers
Classification:
Hourly/Non-exempt
Overview
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc. provides services to people of all races, backgrounds and beliefs. The African Caribbean American (AFCAAM) Center of Catholic Charities provides Lee County residents with a variety of programs that focus on reading, positive youth development, mentoring, socialization, family engagement and community outreach.
The job of the Positive Youth Development (PYD) Case Manager(after-school tutoring and summer enrichment program) helps to coordinate services for children in elementary school and middle school, works closely with the parents or caregivers toward identified goals and academic improvement of children in the program, and acts as liaison with the school system. During the summer, this position assists in the coordination, planning, and execution of summer activities, as well provides coverage at both sites.
Job Responsibilities: Assist students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts and reaching their academic goals and potential. To coordinate planning and execution of summer program schedule and activities. Develop individualized service plans for the students and effectively communicate and cooperate with parents and school contacts. Meet with parents to discuss their children's performance and any areas in need of improvement (as needed). Communicate successes and concerns with Program Director. Maintain an organized and clean environment and ensure students conduct themselves appropriately. To comply with all contractual obligations and requirements. To complete all written reports and daily documentation as assigned, punctually and thoroughly. To comply with agency continuous quality improvement policies and COA guidelines. To learn and adhere to all Catholic Charities personnel policies and regional procedures. To participate in all required program related meetings and in-service training. Knowledge of geographic area to travel, primarily for the purposes of program related travel. To follow strict confidentiality standards with respect to agency and client information in accordance with agency policy and in compliance with the Family and Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Perform other duties as assigned. Bachelor's degree in the human services or related field preferred but no required. 2-3 years of similar experience. Bilingual, English/Spanish preferred Ability to work with a diverse population, multi-ethnicity and age groups. Strong communications and relationship skills Ability to work with others in a warm, non-judgmental manner while being a role model Possess knowledge of community coordination and outreach; ability to collaborate with teachers, agencies and work with volunteers. Ability to collaborate with other team members across the organization. Working knowledge of database reporting systems and Microsoft Office Florida Driver's License Ability to pass a Level II background screening
Positive Youth Development Case Manager, Part-time (25 hrs./wk.)
Reports to:
AFCAAM Program Director
Location:
Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice, Inc. | 3681 Michigan Avenue, Fort Myers
Classification:
Hourly/Non-exempt
Overview
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc. provides services to people of all races, backgrounds and beliefs. The African Caribbean American (AFCAAM) Center of Catholic Charities provides Lee County residents with a variety of programs that focus on reading, positive youth development, mentoring, socialization, family engagement and community outreach.
The job of the Positive Youth Development (PYD) Case Manager(after-school tutoring and summer enrichment program) helps to coordinate services for children in elementary school and middle school, works closely with the parents or caregivers toward identified goals and academic improvement of children in the program, and acts as liaison with the school system. During the summer, this position assists in the coordination, planning, and execution of summer activities, as well provides coverage at both sites.
Job Responsibilities: Assist students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts and reaching their academic goals and potential. To coordinate planning and execution of summer program schedule and activities. Develop individualized service plans for the students and effectively communicate and cooperate with parents and school contacts. Meet with parents to discuss their children's performance and any areas in need of improvement (as needed). Communicate successes and concerns with Program Director. Maintain an organized and clean environment and ensure students conduct themselves appropriately. To comply with all contractual obligations and requirements. To complete all written reports and daily documentation as assigned, punctually and thoroughly. To comply with agency continuous quality improvement policies and COA guidelines. To learn and adhere to all Catholic Charities personnel policies and regional procedures. To participate in all required program related meetings and in-service training. Knowledge of geographic area to travel, primarily for the purposes of program related travel. To follow strict confidentiality standards with respect to agency and client information in accordance with agency policy and in compliance with the Family and Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Perform other duties as assigned. Bachelor's degree in the human services or related field preferred but no required. 2-3 years of similar experience. Bilingual, English/Spanish preferred Ability to work with a diverse population, multi-ethnicity and age groups. Strong communications and relationship skills Ability to work with others in a warm, non-judgmental manner while being a role model Possess knowledge of community coordination and outreach; ability to collaborate with teachers, agencies and work with volunteers. Ability to collaborate with other team members across the organization. Working knowledge of database reporting systems and Microsoft Office Florida Driver's License Ability to pass a Level II background screening