Bilingual Out of School Coordinator – JOR Full Time NEW

Working At NYAP

• NYAP’s commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• 33 Paid days off each year! (11 holidays + 22 days PTO)
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!)
• Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education
• Why Work with Us? Exciting Benefits and Opportunities at NYAP!

Responsible for development of positive youth activities in arts, culture, and sports. Supervise the Out of School and Youth Worker team. Identify activities that can be developed to align with youth programs and services.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Out of School Coordinator will perform administrative duties including, but not limited to: 

• Provide children and employees with a positive and appropriate educational environment consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies. 
• Supervise the out of school team, including Youth Workers and other assigned employees at the assigned location. Supervision includes hiring and leading the team and ensuring training, pay, and performance procedures are followed. 
• Participate in the development of the treatment plans with the client, caregiver(s), referring agency, case manager, significant family member(s), and natural support. 
• Work closely with the education team to ensure children are occupied while not involved in educational activities and ensure all activities in the program have objectives that are clear and aligned with acculturalization goals. 
• Assure the safety of all participants in programs.  
• Interact with the youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting the youth in achieving identified goals. 
• Develop timeline and calendar for each month for activities.  
• Order program materials as needed.  
• Complete all relevant training on a timely basis as required by state, contract, and/or licensing agency standards. 
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner. 
• Provide monthly reports. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, human services or a related field. 
• Three years’ experience in the human services field. 
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency is required. 
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. 
• Familiarity with data collection and entry for report purposes 

OTHER SKILLS 

• Excellent customer service and communication skills. 
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity. 
• Enthusiastic self-starter. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
• Strong organizational and administrative skills. 
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills. 
• Works well independently and as a team member. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.
• Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.
• Ability to travel frequently and drive vehicle while sitting for extended periods, with frequency varying based on program demands.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees by prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Who we are

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.