Program Director, JHS 292 Community School

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services is seeking a Program Director for the JHS 292 Community School to oversee program operations, focusing on youth and family development. The role requires developing positive relationships with students, families, and educational staff while ensuring effective program implementation and support.

Qualifications

• BA required; LMSW or Master's preferred.
• Minimum one-year supervisory experience.
• Experience working with youth and families.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of the Community School.
• Supervise program staff and coordinate resources.
• Assess needs and develop resources as required.

Skills

Relationship-building

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

LMSW or Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Computer Skills

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Program Director, JHS 292 Community School

Title: Program Director, JHS 292 Community School

Reports To: Vice President, Community Schools

Hours: 35 Hours/Week; Exempt

Job Summary: The Director will oversee all aspects of the development and execution of the JHS 292 Community School. Working from a strength-based foundation, the GSS youth and family development model addresses the engagement and achievement needs of students with the goal of achieving consistent educational focus and progress. This position requires oversight of in-school program operations, including individual, family and group counseling, and family engagement activities. The Director will continually assess the needs of the school and coordinate internal and external resources to meet those needs.

Major Duties:

• Oversee the development and implementation of the JHS 292 Community School.
• Work with the Principal and school leadership to maintain a focus on results and tracking progress.
• Identify high needs students, coordinate with teachers to target interventions, and track and monitor impact of interventions.
• Supervise GSS Community School staff.
• Lead Community School Team and Collaborative Budget meetings
• Work with Principal and School Administration on Comprehensive Education Plan
• Provide supervision for graduate Interns
• Effectively link the school day to expanded learning opportunities.
• Administer and co-create improved whole-school operations and systems in partnership with the school Principal and key DOE staff.
• Assess existing service gaps in the school and develop resources and external linkages as program needs are identified; build and coordinate relationships to foster strong linkages between providers and the school.
• Foster and maintain positive relationships with DOE staff, administration and GSS by development of effective communication mechanisms.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings for various stakeholders including DOE staff, school based and community partners and parents.
• Plan and facilitate professional development opportunities for GSS and DOE staff that cultivate a positive school culture.
• In partnership with Parent Coordinator, parent outreach and service provision for parents and families.
• Supervise overall program development and implementation of mental health services, group and individual counseling, youth leadership activities, academic bolstering, parent involvement, and after school activities.
• Meet contractual/funder requirements regarding statistical and written reports, database management, deliverables, and accountability.
• Work collaboratively with central office support departments (HR, Fiscal, Government Contracts, Facilities, IT, Development and PEP), providing data and reports as needed in a timely manner.
• Represent agency on relevant external committees, workshops, and gatherings.
• Collaborate with SONYC after school program director for school-wide events and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• BA required, LMSW or Master’s degree in mental health/counseling/guidance field preferred
• Minimum of 1-year professional supervisory experience
• Experience and demonstrated skill in working with youth and families required.
• Experience in a school setting required
• Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Knowledge in Restorative Practices a plus
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus Ability to work collaboratively, with strong relationship-building skills.
• Must possess excellent computer skills.
• Must have a commitment to work from a youth/family development and trauma-informed perspective.