Cornerstone Assistant Program Director
OUR MISSION: Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people to take control of their future.
OUR VISION: We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success.
PROGRAM DESIGN: Roads to Success (RTS) facilitates a variety of youth programs including after-school, summer camps, retreats, conferences and summer employment opportunities reaching thousands of young people throughout NYC each year. RTS emphasizes the youth development practice of the Circle of Courage in all our programs; creating an environment of Belonging, where young people can build their Independence, find and develop their Mastery skill, and practice Generosity in their communities. At the core of our programs are staff training strategies that enable our young professionals to develop extraordinarily meaningful relationships with the young people in their care who we call Our Future Leaders because that is what they all are.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Cornerstone Assistant Program Director plays a pivotal role at Roads to Success, dedicated to the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the Boston Secor Community Center, while enhancing the well-being and success of our students and their families, particularly those living at or below the poverty line. This role encompasses the management and coordination of a comprehensive array of high-quality innovative programming for our elementary, middle school, high school and adult participants. A key aspect of this position involves developing community partnerships and leverage resources.
ORGANIZATIONAL ROLE:
Supervisor: Cornerstone Program Director
Supervises: Group Leaders and Instructors
Hours: Full time 35 hours per week
Work Schedule: School-year: Tuesday-Saturday, 2:00pm to 10:00pm. Summer: Wednesday-Sunday 3:00pm to 11:00pm; working hours will include non-standard hours. Supervision of the center may alternate with full-time Cornerstone Program Director.
Compensation: $62,500
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Program and Community Development:
Complete SACC Program Director's (30-hour) credentials.
Provide leadership and strategic direction to full-time and part-time program staff.
Assist in recruiting, hiring, orienting, and evaluating program staff for center-based after-school programs, evenings, Saturdays, and summer day camp.
Provide direct/indirect supervision of program staff to ensure the achievement of daily/weekly/monthly goals, targets, and performance outcomes.
Support participant recruitment and retention strategies using the DYCD online report.
Serve as a liaison for tenant association, parents, and community entities.
Participate in staff mentoring, coaching, and development activities.
Support the facilitation team meetings and support proper execution of all staff meetings.
Engage community stakeholders, including residents, businesses, leaders, and youth, to address community needs.
Advocate for program needs through coalition building, feedback surveys, and program assessments.
Seek partnership opportunities to leverage additional resources for programs.
Organize quarterly community events, special events, and workshop series.
Assess program effectiveness quarterly to ensure alignment with community needs.
Administration:
Ensure compliance with attendance tracking and reporting requirements.
Respond to electronic and phone communications within 2 business days.
Ensure compliance with DOH School-Aged Childcare and DOH Summer Day Camp regulations and procedures.
Coordinate and execute major events and activities in collaboration with the Cornerstone Program Director.
Support with the management of the CACFP Food Program, including reporting and documentation.
Support with the communication with NYCHA and DYCD stakeholders and participate in meetings.
Prepare monthly calendars of events, programs, meetings, and activities.
Support with ordering supplies for the program.
Facility:
Ensure facilities managers maintain facility logs and ensure timely response to facility issues.
Ensure facilities managers maintenance and cleanliness of the facility in coordination with NYCHA & DYCD.
Oversee bi-yearly beautification/upgrade projects for the center.
Provide support during off-hours and weekends, including managing the summer program.
Safety:
Train direct service staff in proper group supervision of children and trip training.
Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits.
Maintain medical and contact information for each participant.
Prepare attendance reports and incident/injury logs.
Adhere to all safety regulations outlined by DYCD, DOHMH, and OCFS.
Training:
Complete SACC Program Director's Credentials (30-hour training).
Receive training in Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse, Neglect, and Maltreatment.
Obtain Advanced First Aid and CPR certifications by the American Red Cross.
Obtain NYS Food Handler’s Certificate.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in youth services, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
Familiarity with the community, key stakeholders, and available resources.
Experience in designing, planning, and implementing structured programs.
Supervisory experience with more than 5 program staff.
Budget, contract, and grant management experience.
Knowledge of the public education system and positive youth development practices.
Familiarity with DYCD programming regulations and online systems.
NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance.
NYS Food Handler’s Certificate.
CPR and Advanced First Aid certification.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work takes place in the Boston Secor NYCHA Community Center.
Travel via public transportation or car may be required throughout NYC.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel welcome and valued. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success in serving youth.
DISCLAIMER
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and its essential functions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to the staff member. The specific duties and responsibilities of the position may change from time to time, as determined by the needs of the organization.
The staff member must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.