Beacon Outreach Coordinator (North Brooklyn YMCA)

Salary: $19.14 HourlyTo help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.The North Brooklyn YMCA is seeking a Beacon Outcome Coordinator who, under the supervision of the Beacon Director, will play a critical role in the successful operation of the Beacon Program. The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, and support, to outreach and community inclusion efforts. They will have the skills and personality needed to forge relationships with youth who are chronically absent or have dropped out of school and persuade them to engage in Beacon programming and in school. Key Responsibilities:-Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all staff and participants; and promotes a positive program spirit.-Facilitate effective outreach to hard-to-reach youth and young adults who do not participate in afterschool or community center programs.-Effectively forge relationships with youth who are chronically absent or have dropped out of school and persuade them to engage in Beacon programming and in school.-Act as “credible messenger”, maintain strong community connections, and address conflicts that have potential to undermine community cohesion and trigger violent clashes.-Assist in the marketing and distribution of program information and recruitment in communities that might otherwise attend beacon programming.-Develop and maintain positive relationships with community stakeholders, parents, and guardians through regular communication.-Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants by understanding, maintaining, and ensuring that staff and participants follow Risk Management and safety procedures.-Report all incidents in accordance with the Y policies and procedures.-Work with Counselors and the Beacon Director to plan and implement meaningful programming, and special events.-Support the development and facilitation of required pre-program trainings. Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.-Adhere to all DOH, DOE, and DYCD, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations. Desired Skills & Experience:-Minimum of two (2) years of education in a program area related to working with youth and/or communities.-Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with youth, family, and community development including, social and emotional learning and skill-building; youth leadership; neighborhood priorities; trauma-informed approaches; provision of services for individuals with disabilities; and cultural competence, including sensitivity to LGBTQ issues. -General knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Benefits:The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.How to Apply:If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

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