Program Coordinator – Learn & Earn Program

HANAC, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

HANAC, Inc is seeking a dynamic Program Coordinator for the Learn & Earn Program in New York. The role involves overseeing the implementation of educational and workforce development initiatives aimed at supporting youth at risk of dropping out of school.

Key responsibilities include coordinating program activities, providing mentorship, and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. Candidates should possess an Associate's Degree and have experience working with underserved communities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in youth development or related programs.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and underserved communities preferred.
• Knowledge of DYCD and workforce development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate Youth Workforce Development program activities.
• Recruit and enroll eligible participants in accordance with guidelines.
• Provide case management and career coaching to participants.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

Program Coordinator – Learn & Earn Program

Hourly Rate: $24.04 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Department: Youth Workforce Development. Reports to: Program Director. Status: Part‑Time, Non‑exempt Hourly. Schedule: Part‑Time, 20 hours per week.

Work Schedule: Flexible schedule based on program needs. Hours may include school‑day programming, after‑school activities, occasional evenings, and special events.

Work Location: Q258 Energy Tech High School 36‑41 28th Street Long Island City, NY 11106.

Hybrid Schedule: Employees are required to work in‑person a minimum of four (4) days per week. Additional in‑person days may be required based on program needs, events, participant activities, or employer engagement activities.

Job Summary

HANAC, Inc. seeks a dynamic and youth‑focused Learn & Earn Program Coordinator to oversee the implementation of the DYCD Learn & Earn Program. The Program Coordinator will provide leadership, coordination, and direct support services to high school juniors and seniors who are at risk of dropping out of school. The program provides participants with academic support, career exploration, work readiness training, paid internship opportunities, post‑secondary planning, and follow‑up services to ensure successful transitions to employment, college, vocational training, or other career pathways.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Coordination & Youth Development

• Coordinate and facilitate all Learn & Earn program activities, including academic support, mentoring, tutoring, SAT preparation, leadership development, college and career exploration, and educational workshops.
• Recruit, enroll, assess, and retain eligible participants in accordance with DYCD program guidelines.
• Develop and monitor Individual Service Strategies (ISS) and participant success plans.
• Provide case management, career coaching, and ongoing support to participants.
• Monitor participant attendance, academic performance, and engagement.
• Conduct individual and group workshops focused on career readiness, financial literacy, leadership development, and post‑secondary planning.
• Maintain regular communication with participants, families, schools, and community partners.
• Conduct participant recruitment, outreach, orientations, and information sessions in collaboration with school staff and community partners.

Workforce Development & Career Readiness

• Coordinate work readiness training and career exploration activities.
• Connect participants to the Summer Internship Program (SIP) and other work‑based learning opportunities.
• Support participants with resume development, interview preparation, job search strategies, and workplace professionalism.
• Assist youth in identifying and pursuing employment, college, vocational training, apprenticeships, and other post‑secondary opportunities.
• Facilitate employer engagement activities, career panels, job shadowing opportunities, and workplace visits.

Partnership Development

• Build and maintain relationships with schools, colleges, employers, community organizations, and service providers.
• Coordinate college visits, guest speaker presentations, and leadership development opportunities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to increase participant access to educational and workforce opportunities.
• Serve as the primary liaison between HANAC, schools, employers, and community partners.

Compliance, Documentation & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with all DYCD Learn & Earn contractual requirements, policies, and performance standards.
• Maintain participant files in accordance with DYCD, WIOA, and HANAC record retention and case management requirements.
• Maintain accurate participant files, assessments, attendance records, case notes, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor data entry and reporting requirements using DYCD and agency databases.
• Track program outcomes, performance measures, and participant progress toward goals.
• Prepare reports and documentation required by funders, management, and regulatory agencies.
• Support audits, monitoring visits, and quality assurance reviews.

Follow‑Up Services

• Provide up to one year of follow‑up support for program graduates.
• Track participant outcomes related to employment, education, training, and credential attainment.
• Maintain regular contact with alumni and provide referrals to supportive services as needed.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Attend staff meetings, trainings, professional development opportunities, and DYCD meetings as required.
• Assist with special events, recruitment initiatives, and community outreach efforts.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support program goals and organizational needs.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Workforce Development, Counseling, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth development, education, workforce development, case management, or related programs.
• Experience working with at‑risk youth and underserved communities strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of DYCD, WIOA, workforce development, and youth programming preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of positive youth development principles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and motivate youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience maintaining confidential participant information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and data management systems.
• Ability to analyze data and track program performance outcomes.