Program Manager, Community Centers

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Le New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene recherche un Community Coordinator pour diriger et soutenir les efforts de conformité au sein des organisations communautaires. Le candidat idéal aura une formation et de l'expérience en travail communautaire, avec des compétences en analyse de données et en communication, tout en travaillant à améliorer les performances des programmes dédiés aux jeunes.

Qualifications

• Deux ans d'expérience en travail communautaire ou activités centrées sur la communauté.
• Expérience dans une organisation communautaire favorisée.
• Connaissance des normes en matière de développement des jeunes.

Responsibilities

• Analyser les données du programme et préparer des rapports.
• Fournir une assistance technique aux CBO sous-performants.
• Évaluer les performances des contrats pour assurer la conformité.

Skills

Communication écrite

Communication verbale

Utilisation de Microsoft Office

Education

Baccalauréat

Diplôme de lycée

Job description

The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community-based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and to provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish. DYCDs Beacon Community Center is comprised of over 90 school-based programs serving young people enrolled in grades K-12 during afterschool hours; and Young Adults/Older Adults and families in the evening and on weekends. Through its network of community partners, Beacon Community Centers offers high quality programs that offer a strong balance of academic enrichment, recreation, cultural and skill building activities that build 21st century skills. Beacon community partners are awarded funds through a competitive Request For Proposal (RFP) process. Under the supervision of the Deputy Director with latitude for the exercise of independent action and decision making, provides leadership and support to the Department in ensuring compliance with all internal and external program standards, and to promote continuous quality improvement. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

1. Analyze program statistical data & prepare reports, graphs and charts for planning purposes.
2. Assist in the development of program materials for distribution. Materials include pertinent information concerning deadlines, policies and procedures.
3. Monitor and evaluate Community-Based Organization (CBO).
4. Review, provide feedback and approve annual scope of work.
5. Conduct site visits during late afternoon, evening and weekends is a non-negotiable requirement.
6. Provide technical assistance and direct work improvement or corrective action for underperforming CBOs.
7. Evaluate contract performance reports, as well as agency fiscal documents to ensure contract compliance.
8. Make summary reports to higher administrative levels along with recommendations to improve program performance.
9. Knowledgeable of Youth Development and Youth Leadership standards and ability to develop and integrate practices into program development.
10. Carry out special assignments, tasks and projects as assigned by senior management as needed.

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

- Background in working with community-based organizations.- Experience or knowledge of after-school or other youth development programming.- Strong written and verbal communication skills.- Computer literate with advanced knowledge of Microsoft: Word, Excel and Outlook

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.