Senior Program Director, New Horizons IIBaltimore, MD, USA
Job DescriptionPosted Friday, November 8, 2024 at 5:00 AM
Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they've made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.
At the Y in Central Maryland, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous paid time off, alongside medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as dependent care FSA. We offer a generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund, and opportunities for career advancement. Our commitment to fostering a positive work environment means you'll have access to training and development programs that align with our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities. Join us and bring your passion to a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference!
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the overall supervision of grant-funded, outcomes-based year-round and Summer youth development and employment program for high school youth. Is responsible for maintaining the program's budget, hiring and management of staff, tracking progress towards outcomes and writing reports. In addition, will identify and secure job placement sites for youth, monitor work site performance and manage relationship with work site employers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ability to administer outcomes-based youth programs, including activities, staff and budget.Proven ability to work with people from a variety of different ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, religious, sexual, and generational backgrounds.Ability to develop effective partnerships that enhance the program and provide an enriching experience for student participants.Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Word, Exchange and Google Platform; use of spreadsheet software such as Excel; use of online reporting systems for data entry.Ability to write and communicate clearly and effectively.Oversee high quality, developmentally appropriate high-school programs that aligns with grant requirements.Hire, develop, appraise, discipline and approve time and attendance for employees.Monitor staff hours and program spending to meet the grant budget.Provide data and narrative reports to meet weekly and quarterly reporting requirements.Seek, develop and maintain relationships with partners that grow and sustain the program.Attend and contribute to meetings and hold effective staff meetings.Commitment to professional development and staff training.Travel to respective counties for grant funder meetings, site visits including Wilde Lake, regular programming, trainings, etc.QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Human Services focus preferred.
Experience: Two years of experience in partnership building. Familiarity and experience working with the target population. Developing and maintaining partnerships.
The Y in Central Maryland provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times. Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.
All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.
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