Program Coordinator - Youth Center (PT)

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.

Certifications/Licensures:

• Relevant certification and/or licensure is preferred; 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 locations may be required;
• Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment;