Colchester, Program Coordinator

Description:

Colchester Youth & Social Services
127 Norwich Avenue, Suite 205, Colchester, Connecticut 06415
P: 860-537-7255 F: 860-537-1731 E: youthservices@colchesterct.gov
www.colchesterct.gov

 

Youth Services Program Coordinator

35 hours per week

Submit resume and cover letter via mail, e-mail or through Indeed by Jan. 17, 2023

 

ARE YOU ENERGETIC, MOTIVATED AND FULL OF GREAT IDEAS?

COMMITTED TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF KIDS?

IF YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT CREATING AMAZING PROGRAMS FOR KIDS AND TEENS,

THIS JOB MAY BE FOR YOU!

 

General Statement of Duties

Program coordinators provide opportunities for the healthy development of young people between the ages of 6 and 18 through the development and implementation of positive youth development programs.

 

Work Schedule

Flexible schedule to be determined by the Director to meet programming needs (35 hours/week); requires some evening and weekend hours as programs/events dictate.

 

Essential Duties

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate youth programs/services that: prevent involvement in the juvenile justice system, aid in healthy mental and emotional growth, prevent teen pregnancy, ensure the health and welfare of children and promote positive youth development
  • Organize and promote community activities
  • Network with local/regional youth-serving agencies and schools
  • Maintain accurate and complete program files
  • Maintain a safe and clean environment at the Youth Center
  • Assist in the development of promotional materials and other media relations
  • Assist Social Service clients with emergency food and fuel needs and other crises when needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Must be able to obtain CT Public Passenger Endorsement on Driver’s License
  • Develop working relationships with school administrators and personnel Communicate and work effectively with diverse groups and individuals
  • Exhibit a professional manner with other employees and the public
  • Maintain accurate records
  • Perform the essential functions of the job with minimal supervision and with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Effectively operate software necessary for the job, such as but not limited to Microsoft Suite and all social media platforms

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related Human Service field
  • Experience working with youth in supervisory setting
  • Experience developing positive youth development programs for youth


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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