The Assistant Program Director is responsible for assisting the Program Director in the development and management of daily programming for the afterschool program.
Reports To: Program Director, Creston Campus/MS 447
Location: 125 E. 181 Street Bronx NY 10453
Hours: 35 hours p/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10:00am-6:00pm
Salary: $50,000 - $55,000
Major Duties:
- Assist Program Director in overseeing the daily operation of all aspects of the program.
- Attend all staff meetings and required professional development activities.
- Assist with the design and implementation of programming and scheduling.
- In the absence of the Program Director, provide overall leadership and administration of program.
- Track and input student records and attendance in program databases as needed.
- Help to create an environment of accountability, safety, and responsibility amongst participants, and use the established afterschool model.
- Coordinate and plan program activities and culminating events.
- Schedule and participate in parent involvement activities.
- Network and outreach to community organizations to provide services and information to program participants.
- Conduct outreach for participants to enroll in programming.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma required. Candidates with an Associates or higher in Education or Social Work are encouraged to apply.
- Three years’ experience in youth program supervision and/or administration.
- Experience in program development for youth.
- Must be able to engage in crisis-intervention activities and demonstrate, lead, and teach a range of group activities.
- Strong communication, organizational skills. Team Player and Approachability.
- Must have a commitment to work from a strength based and/or youth development perspective.
- Ability to work occasional weekends/late evenings.
- Must be able to pass DOHMH & DOE clearances and background checks.
Skills Required
- High school diploma
- Associate degree or higher in Education or Social Work
- Three years of experience in youth program supervision and/or administration
- Experience developing programs for youth
- Ability to engage in crisis-intervention activities
- Ability to demonstrate, lead, and teach a range of group activities
- Strong communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work as a team player and demonstrate approachability
- Commitment to a strength-based and/or youth development perspective
- Ability to work occasional weekends and late evenings
- Ability to pass DOHMH and DOE clearances and background checks
What We Do
Good Shepherd Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping children, youth, and families in New York City overcome challenges and gain skills for success. Through over 100 high-quality programs, they provide effective services that deepen connections within families, schools, and neighborhoods, working closely with community leaders to advocate for their participants and create a better city for all.
