Sr. Program Coordinator - Temporary

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The Senior Program Coordinator plays a critical role in the success of the Summer Academy, since it serves as part of the summer leadership team, along with the Program Director and Assistant Program Director, to ensure a successful Summer Academy.  The Program Coordinator has a clinical or other relevant background to assist the team in implementing positive behavioral and trauma-informed strategies with youth participants, as well as serve as a liaison to caregivers and child welfare stakeholders.  The Senior Program Coordinator cultivates appropriate behavior and helps to problem solve situations that arise; teaches social-emotional skills through athletics and other structured activities; serves as a liaison to the child welfare system; and encourages successful learning practices. The Program Coordinator is expected to work full-time while the youth are on campus.  This may include sleeping in the dorms at least twice per week. 

Time Commitment

• This is a temporary full-time position from June 22 – July 31, 2025

• Must attend 21 hours of training in June.

• During the summer, the Senior Program Coordinator will be assigned a schedule that approximates a 40-hour work week. The schedule may include nights and weekends.  

JOB FUNCTIONS                

Works closely with students to continuously evaluate their experiences while on campus and improve quality and value of the program. Develops strategic partnerships with internal and external entities and organizations.  Assists with database maintenance and enrollment management. Ensures administrative processes and student forms are completed in a timely manner. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. Assists in implementing positive youth development and trauma-informed strategies Coordinates dates and times for Case Manager and caregiver visits to the UM campus, Therapy sessions and Court appearances by youth Supervises youth during Summer Academy activities, which may include classroom, off-campus activities, and meal and dorm times.  Designs and participate in select life skills workshops and team-building activities to teach social-emotional skills. Ensures compliance with the Academy’s and University’s code of conduct. Prepares for and actively participates in staff training, meetings, and supervisory conferences. Models appropriate behavior for youth and others including appropriate interaction with peers and staff, productive study habits, cleanliness, punctuality, language choice, and personal representation. Maintains positive relationships with Academy staff, university staff, and the youths’ caregivers and social workers. 

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                                   

Education:

Bachelor’s degree

Certification and Licensing:

Not Applicable 

Experience:

• Experience in recreation, a camp setting or with youth in a group setting, preferred. 

• Ability to work as a team member with Academy staff, Youth Coaches, and campus staff. 

• Mature, responsible, friendly, enthusiastic, patient and willing to learn. 

• Strong organization and communication skills. 

• Ability to pass a Level 2 background check. 

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

• Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office).

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

When on duty, the Senior Program Coordinator is expected to live with youth in the dorms and eat meals with them. No visitors are permitted to visit in the dorms, cafeteria, or classes, unless pre-approved by the Academy Director. The possession and/or use of illegal drugs or alcoholic beverages is strictly forbidden during the Summer Academy, while with the youth or in the dorms.   No smoking is allowed while with the youth, in the dorms, or in view of the youth.

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