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Children's Home Society of Florida

Since opening our doors in 1902, CHS became a part of Florida's history.

CHS has been committed to growing and evolving to provide the right services and solutions to address the needs of children and families throughout the changing times. Every day, our team works with parents and kids to empower them and encourage them. With innovative technology solutions and a dedicated, experienced team throughout the state, we’re changing the face of foster care and positively impacting children and families’ lives for generations to come.

Join our team to continue to do good and create history serving Florida's children and families!

Position will support Jefferson County High School

As an Expanded Learning Coordinator coordinates and oversees the collaborative process for Community Partnership School-related extended learning and enrichment programs. Overall, the Expanded Learning Coordinator contributes to the CHS high performance culture by exhibiting our values and providing quality results that position CHS as the leader in delivering proactive behavioral health, case management, community and early childhood solutions for children and families.

WHY JOIN CHS?

• Uplifting mission-driven work culture
• Make an impact in your community and become a part of Florida's history!
• Growth and professional development opportunities
• Great benefits package, including generous paid time off and holidays

Primary Job Functions

1. Coordinate and oversee the collaborative process for Community Partnership School related extended learning and enrichment programs.

• Coordinate the development and implementation of after-, during-, and/or after-school programs.
• Coordinate academic, cultural and recreational programming.
• Maintain sign-in logs and participant files with all required paperwork.
• Oversee facility management including custodial, safety, classroom, security and transportation.
• May directly transport or arrange for transportation for students.
• Maintain accurate distribution and accounting of the feeding/snack program.
• Submit all required documents on a timely basis including attendance, snack counts, etc.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with community based organizations, school staff and other collaborators.
• Coordinate evaluation process, including surveys of students, parents and staff.
• Facilitate regular after school meetings and professional development.
• Assist with general clerical office tasks as needed.
• Maintain files and records as required; maintain program statistics and prepare reports.
• Recruit and coordinate volunteers to assist in after school programming.

2. YMCA Contract Only:

• Coordinate and serve as point of contact for all extended day services and programs.
• Provide direct supervision to the on-site YMCA after-school program.
• Coordinate quarterly provider calls.
• Attend monthly YMCA leadership meetings & required annual trainings.
• Coordinate and execute bi-monthly check-ins with providers.
• Champion and coordinate all provider and outcome data.
• Facilitate staffing and enrichment activities for on-site YMCA Before & After School Program.

3. Contribute to a positive, engaging work environment.

• Develop a strong knowledge base and stay current on job-related issues and trends.
• Participate actively in departmental meetings, training and education, as well as the quality process.
• Comply with CHS’s code of conduct, policies, procedures and other obligations.
• Assist with training other team members and providing back up when necessary.
• Pick up projects on the fly; perform other duties as assigned from time to time.
• Demonstrate the CHS Common Bond values in the performance of all job duties.

Job Qualifications

Education, Licenses & Certifications:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent, required.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited university, strongly preferred;
• OR: Bachelor’s degree in Education or Human Services field from an accredited university.
• Equivalent combination of education and working experience may be substituted.
• Florida Driver’s License within 30 days from hire is required, along with daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle.

Experience:

• Minimum of one year of experience in a school or community agency setting, required.
• One year of experience implementing or supervising a positive learning environment, preferred.

Competencies

Knowledge of:

• SCHOOL PROGRAMMING | VOLUNTEER COORDINATION

Skills and Proficiency in:

• Planning, project management, organization and time management
• Oral and written communication, including presentation and platform
• Collaboration, teamwork, consulting, facilitation, coaching and mentoring
• Computer systems and MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Ability to:

• Commit to providing high customer satisfaction with positive service delivery results.
• Be energetic, passionate and adaptable with a deep commitment to social service, empathy for children and families and a positive approach to embracing and managing change.
• Perform at a high level of autonomy, with general supervision.
• Perform under strong demands in fast-paced, diverse, sometimes ambiguous environments.
• Handle highly stressful, sensitive situations; maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Meet critical deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy and quality.
• Demonstrate the behaviors of our CHS Common Bond Values.
• Work effectively with diverse students, staff, parents, and community members.

All applicants are subject to background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). For more information, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Together, good can be done.