Program Coordinator

United Activities Unlimited; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

United Activities Unlimited in New York, NY is seeking a Part-Time Program Coordinator to oversee and coordinate activities that promote youth development. The position requires a commitment to fostering a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for participants aged 13-18.

Job responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining participant records, and engaging with families. Candidates should have a High School diploma and strong communication skills. Pay ranges from $18 to $24 per hour based on experience and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience working with children and at-risk youth ages 13–18 preferred.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Flexible and willing to adapt as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and participants to ensure safety and compliance with protocols.
• Assist with participant arrival and dismissal as needed.
• Create a safe and productive learning environment for youth.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Organizational and time-management skills

Cultural competence

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

About United Activities Unlimited

Staten Island, NY; United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a community-based agency that provides a wide range of inclusive services such as job placement, youth development programs, and community outreach to inspire, transform, and empower individuals of all ages. The agency focuses on holistic services for individuals and families and serves as a pillar of support for diverse populations.

Position Details

Job Title: Program Coordinator Schedule: 15–20 hours per week (Part Time) Job Type: Hourly Effective Date: December 2024 Pay Range: $18 to $24 per hour (based on city, state, and/or federal contractual obligations and budgetary allowances) Reports To: Program Director, Assistant Program Director, and Director of Community Initiatives Immediate Start: Yes

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator provides oversight, coordination, and organization of activities that promote participants’ physical, emotional, intellectual, and social growth. The coordinator collaborates with the Program Director and Assistant Program Director to deliver quality programming, assists with staff oversight, and may assume leadership responsibilities in their absence.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and participants to ensure safety and compliance with ratio protocols.
• Maintain participant files and records; perform data entry as required by DYCD.
• Record accurate attendance daily in accordance with DYCD requirements.
• Assist with participant arrival and dismissal as needed.
• Communicate with participants and families as required.
• Model, enforce, teach, and develop age-appropriate social, physical, and emotional behaviors.
• Lead and/or assist in the development and implementation of outreach and deliverable programs to engage potential participants and families.
• Create and facilitate a safe, fun, visually appealing, and productive learning environment for youth.
• Employ positive behavior management strategies for disruptive or negative behaviors.
• Demonstrate positive leadership and act as a role model.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Perform set up and clean up duties daily in alignment with Department of Health regulations and UAU policies.
• Abide by all safety protocols outlined by the Department of Health, OCFS, DYCD, and UAU.
• Assume responsibilities of the Program Director and/or Assistant Program Director in their absence.
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Job Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Matriculated college student or above preferred.
• 1+ year experience working with children and at-risk youth ages 13–18 preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Commitment to a strength-based perspective.
• Cultural competence: ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures, at-risk youth, and various age ranges.
• Pass reference checks and background as designated by DOH, DYCD, and UAU.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and mathematical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Flexible and willing to adapt as needed.
• Collaborative approach to achieve target outcomes.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional standing, sitting, walking; running may be required based on program needs.
• Work both indoors and outdoors, weather permitting.
• Stand for up to 95% of the day; sit for about 30% of the day.
• Maintain a stationary position for at least 20% of the time.
• Ability to communicate information clearly to others.
• Ability to observe details at close range.

Legal Notice

UAU reserves the right to change, add, or delete duties at any time. This description does not constitute a guarantee of any other responsibilities beyond those listed.