Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title: Workforce Readiness Program Coordinator

Reports To: Director of Extended Programs

Wage: $15.63 - $20.44/hr

Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, with Benefits

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

• The Workforce Readiness Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing and overseeing the delivery of Workforce Readiness programs at the Clubhouse and the 21st Century Community Learning Center, CCLC, sites. The Workforce Readiness Program Coordinator must work with the Director of Extended Programs to meet various requests of Site Directors, CEO, Board of Directors, and the community.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare Youth for Success

• Plan and oversee the administration of designated Workforce Readiness programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes.
• Oversee the day-to-day Workforce Readiness programs and activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Ensure that members are encouraged and engaged in a variety of Workforce Readiness programs and activities and receive instruction to develop skills in Workforce Readiness program areas.
• Demonstrate leadership to ensure conduct, safety and development of members.

Program Development and Implementation

• Establish and maintain, in partnership with the Director of Extended Programs, Workforce Readiness program goals and settings that ensure the health and safety of members. Ensure that staff understand and effectively communicate standards of program; that program areas are safe, well ventilated and well lit; and that site and school equipment is well maintained.
• Ensure the evaluation of Workforce Readiness programs on a continual basis and ensure Workforce Readiness programs and activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity.
• Propose to Director of Extended Programs Workforce Readiness program and activity expenditures within approved budget.

Supervision

• Allocate and monitor work assigned to program volunteers and program staff, providing ongoing feedback and regular appraisal. Work with the Director of Extended Programs to identify and support training and development opportunities for assigned volunteers and staff, as well as monitor impact of trainings.
• Perform proper and timely record keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements and any programs/issues.
• Ensure productive and effective performance by all program staff and volunteers.

Additional Responsibilities

• May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participate in the implementation of other Site activities as necessary.
• Consult with Director of Extended Programs concerning member and Site issues.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Relationships

• Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Site staff (professional and volunteer), Site members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, and advise/counsel.
• External: Maintain contact as needed with external community groups, schools, members’ parents and other to assist in resolving problems, as directed by the Director of Extended Programs.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Educational background should be 4 years of college Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited college/university, or (4) Minimum professional work experience and/or Boys & Girls Site (or similar organization), or Minimum of combination of 2 years of educational background (AA degree), and 2 years of professional work experience.
• A minimum of 1 year experience as a nutrition educator, or a similar role
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
• Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities & outcomes

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and proper automobile insurance.
• Must be able to squat or bend to communicate at youths’ level.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 10 pounds for short periods of time.
• Must be able to participate in physical activities throughout the facility, on the property and/or on field trips.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this position. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Signed by: ________________________________________________________

Incumbent / Date

Approved by: _______________________________________________________

Supervisor / Date

Reviewed by: _______________________________________________________

COO / Date

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.63 - $20.44 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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