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AspectYouth Development CoachYouth Program Coordinator
Required CredentialsCPR certification, relevant youth coaching certifications, sometimes a degree in education or social workSimilar certifications, often with additional program management or administrative training
Work EnvironmentSports facilities, community centers, schoolsCommunity centers, schools, nonprofit organizations
Employer & Industry UsageSports clubs, youth sports leagues, community programsNonprofits, educational institutions, community organizations
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, certifications, and job dutiesComparing program management and youth engagement roles

While both roles focus on youth engagement, a Youth Development Coach primarily emphasizes coaching, mentoring, and skill development in sports or activities. A Youth Program Coordinator manages overall program logistics, planning, and administration. Both roles require similar certifications and work in community or educational settings, but their core responsibilities differ in focus and scope.

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Youth Development Coaches are professionals who mentor, guide, and support young people in their personal, social, and academic growth. They work in various settings such as schools, community centers, and non-profit organizations to help youth build life skills, set and achieve goals, and overcome challenges. These coaches often design and facilitate programs, provide one-on-one or group coaching, and act as positive role models. Their main aim is to empower youth to reach their full potential and become responsible, confident adults.
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Program Coordinator/Family Development Coach

Commonpoint

Flushing, NY • On-site

$60K - $62K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

STATEMENT OF THE POSITION:
The Family Development Coach (Program Coordinator) is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Neighborhood Development Area (NDA) Grant at John Bowne High School in Flushing, NY. The NDA program will serve a total of 61 students to provide assessment, service planning, case management and/or intervention work. The program will support with attendance, academic and social-emotional learning, while also connecting students to internship opportunities and referrals to resources. The Family Development Coach is on-site at the school 5 days a week, and is responsible for the management, integration, and coordination of student and family support services at the school, as well as programming and partnerships. The Family Development Coach will report to the Community School Director of John Bowne High School.
Responsibilities:
  • Recruit and enroll 60 eligible participants in the DYCD NDA program.
  • Provide assessment, service planning, case management and/or intervention work to program participants including the completion of monthly case notes and family development plans and individual service plans.
  • Meet with each student regularly to develop a service plan and set goals relative to school attendance, grade performance, and internship participation.
  • Weekly group sessions and individual meetings will take place to help assess and monitor student progress through goal setting and case management.
  • Provide academic support and monitoring through report card conferencing, attendance tracking and 1:1 meetings.
  • Prepare for all site visits and ensure that program files and all aspects of programming are in compliance with DYCD regulations.
  • Timely data entry as it relates to both contractual and agency obligations (monthly dashboard, monthly interactions, workscope schedule, attendance, etc.)
  • Cultivate internship sites, oversee placement and progress of program participants in paid work experiences.
  • Responsible for arranging, coordinating, and implementing the initiative’s strategies, services, and resources in consultation with the Site Director and school administration.
  • Liaises with the school, other Community Based Organization (CBO) partners and vendors, and city agencies on behalf of the initiative at the school level.
  • Participates in the development and manages the implementation consistent with the requirements of the Neighborhood Development Area grant and with the expectations of the school partnership.
  • Participates in weekly meetings with the CBO team members and meetings with stakeholders as needed.
  • Provide internal and external referrals for participants and families of programs that present with needs.
  • Conduct workshops and group training to participants and families.
  • Connect families to community resources such as job development and food insecurity.
  • Provide task supervision to social work interns.
  • Supportive supervision of any full-time or part-time staff dedicated to the NDA program.
Education & Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree required, preferably in Social Work, Counseling, School Counseling, School Psychology, or a related field from an accredited university.
  • A minimum of three (3) years experience providing assessment, service planning, case management, and/or intervention work with an adolescent population and preferably already serving the school community in some capacity.
  • A minimum of three (3) years’ experience collaborating effectively with public schools and community based organizations to improve the outcomes of at-risk students
  • A minimum of three (3) years’ experience working within or managing programs serving youth and families.
  • Significant experience with assets and needs analysis, community organizing, problem-solving, networking and developing relationships with private and public partners, program management and improving access to resources for students, parents, school staff and community members.
  • Flexible schedule and willingness to work school hours as well as some weekends/evenings for parent/teacher conferences and school or agency events.
  • Interest in adolescent development, academic improvement, social emotional learning, Family and/or community organizing, working with school communities, Community Schools.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multitask, analyze and drive process improvement.
  • Must have excellent organizational, teamwork, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must have a commitment of work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.
  • Strong relationship-building and group facilitation capabilities, incorporating cross-cultural sensitivity.
  • Deep understanding of positive youth development, education learning standards and issues facing immigrant and first generation youth in the U.S.
  • Takes initiative and has the ability to solve problems.
  • Energized by the idea and process of creating and implementing new initiatives.
  • Highly organized, detail oriented and trustworthy.
  • Computer literate, including experience with all Microsoft Office software packages; Google Drive (Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, Docs, etc.).
  • Bilingual preferred.
General Tasks of All Commonpoint Staff:
  • Promote and implement the Core Values of the Jewish Community Center.
  • Participation in all staff meetings and staff training seminars.
  • Participation in agency-wide programs and program committees, as assigned.
  • Active involvement, as a supervisee, in the supervision process.
  • Support the mission of the Commonpoint.
  • Other tasks appropriate to the Commonpoint staff, as assigned.
Job Details:
Location: 63-25 Main Street, Flushing, NY, 11367.
Salary Range: $60,000-$62,500.
Full Time Non-Union Position.

Commonpoint reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employers/programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Frances Ramos at framos@commonpoint.org. Please indicate “NDA Program Coordinator- John Bowne High School” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.