Program Coordinator - Brooklyn NY (Bilingual Spanish)

The-Child-Center-of-Ny; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k

Flexible Spending

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Child Center of NY is seeking a Program Coordinator to support the Program Director in daily operations, supervise staff, monitor compliance, and maintain clear communication with families, schools, and community partners.

In this role you will help plan activities, oversee scheduling, ensure safety and quality, and promote inclusive practices within diverse urban programs. The ideal candidate has an associate degree or higher and at least three years working with youth.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with youth.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience supporting children with disabilities and/or English Language Learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor program activities to ensure goals align with agency mission and participant needs.
• Support staff scheduling and supervision.
• Maintain visibility during program hours to ensure safety, engagement, and quality of service.
• Observe programming, coach staff, and ensure compliance with agency and DYCD requirements.

Skills

Staff supervision

Communication

Organization

Youth programs

Data entry

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posted Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Company Overview

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator (PC) supports the Program Director in managing daily operations and ensuring safe, high-quality programming. The PC supervises staff, helps monitor compliance, and maintains effective communication with all stakeholders.

Essential Functions

Program Operations and Leadership

• Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring program activities to ensure goals align with agency mission and participant needs.
• Support staff scheduling, supervision, and program logistics.
• Maintain a visible presence throughout program hours to ensure safety, engagement, and quality of service.
• Observe programming, provide coaching and feedback, and help ensure compliance with all agency and DYCD requirements.

Staff Development and Communication

• Support the Program Director in onboarding, training, and coaching staff to implement inclusive practices and behavior support strategies.
• Participate in and model professional development activities focused on inclusion, equity, and trauma-informed care, with support from the AVP of YD SBMH Programming as needed.
• Promote positive communication and collaboration among staff, families, and school teams.

Family and Community Engagement

• Communicate regularly with families about student needs, accommodations, and progress.
• Collaborate with school-based partners and community organizations to strengthen access to specialized services.
• Support the planning and facilitation of family and community events that highlight inclusive practices and celebrate diversity.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with youth in educational or community settings.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supporting children and youth with disabilities and/or English Language Learners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data entry systems.

Job Behavioral Expectations:

• Maintain regular consistent and professional attendance, punctuality, personal appearance, and adherence to relevant health & safety procedures.
• Safe and successful performance, including meeting productivity standards.
• Maintain an understanding of the principles, methods and processes needed to perform the job. Attends staff meetings, seminars and in-service training as assigned.
• Demonstrates the ability to complete work in an acceptable manner by the time and/or date established with accuracy, neatness and thoroughness and minimal number of errors.
• Maintain established departmental policies and procedures including maintain strict confidentiality and adherence to all HIPAA guidelines at all times.
• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We Also Offer

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Pension and Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefits Accounts
• Employer paid short-term & long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V