Morning Youth Programs Coordinator

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls in Chicago, IL, seeks a dedicated team member to oversee and manage the daily youth milieu/program during weekday hours, including wake-up routines, clerical tasks, and implementation of the Agency’s care framework.

Responsibilities include timely communication with schools and service providers, maintaining youth records, arranging transportation, handling petty cash, ensuring medical/dental appointments, and delivering de‑escalation and CPI-based interventions in

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least two years’ experience working with youth.
• A valid Illinois driver’s license, ability to drive a van, and clean driving record.
• Regular and predictable attendance; strong communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the youth milieu/program during weekday hours.
• Keep records and coordinate paperwork with outside agencies and youth files.
• Provide transportation for Youth as necessary, including morning drop-offs.
• Manage petty cash and financial records for the Youth and program.
• Engage with youth in daily routines and implement CPI-based de‑escalation techniques.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls in Chicago, IL, seeks a dedicated team member to oversee and manage the daily youth milieu/program during weekday hours, including wake-up routines, clerical tasks, and implementation of the Agency’s care framework.

Responsibilities include timely communication with schools and service providers, maintaining youth records, arranging transportation, handling petty cash, ensuring medical/dental appointments, and delivering de‑escalation and CPI-based interventions in