Youth Enrichment Programs Lead

Acacia Network; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Holidays and leave

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Acacia Network seeks an Assistant Program Director for the DYCD SONYC after-school program at MS 243. Reporting to the Program Director and Deputy Director, you will assist in overseeing all aspects of the program, including planning, staffing, and budget management, serving 91 middle school participants and engaging families.

You will collaborate with school staff, ensure compliance with DOH/DYCD requirements, and lead staff through recruitment, training, and supervision while maintaining

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred in education, psychology, or social work.
• Must be approved by DOH, PETS or have all required credentials.
• Registration of Site Supervisor component of OCFS DOH SACC.
• 1–2 years’ supervision experience in a youth development setting.
• 3–5 years’ experience serving middle school youth and collaborating with school personnel.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• COVID-19 vaccine required prior to employment.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program design, service delivery, and reporting to DYCD in a timely manner.
• Serve on the program and ACDP leadership teams.
• Ensure compliance with DOH and DYCD requirements.
• With HR support, recruit, train, and evaluate staff per DOE & DOH regulations.
• Recruit and enroll at least 91 students from 6th–8th grade via DYCD Connect.
• Ensure daily attendance is entered and tracked in DYCD Connect.
• Maintain a 75% Rate of Participation (ROP).
• Coordinate with staff and families to engage participants in program services.
• Comply with OCFS regulations to provide food and snacks.
• Guide Discovery Education Partnership implementation in the after-school program.
• Pivot between in-person and virtual formats as health guidance requires.
• Provide timely reports to Deputy Director and leadership.
• Collaborate with School Education Specialist and Social Worker to develop youth programs.
• Coordinate SONYC/COMPASS staff and agency-wide programs.
• Assist in program scheduling, calendars, and vacations.
• Attend school leadership meetings when instructed.
• Maintain records, files, timesheets and communications with supervisor.
• Work with PD on program budget and coordinate with Finance.
• Manage relationships with partners or subcontractors as needed.
• Ensure timely submission and filing of lesson plans.

Skills

Staff supervision

Youth development

Bilingual English/Spanish

Regulatory compliance

Budget coordination

Education

Associate degree in education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Tools

DYCD Connect

Google Suite

Zoom

Google Classroom

MS Office

Job description

Acacia Network seeks an Assistant Program Director for the DYCD SONYC after-school program at MS 243. Reporting to the Program Director and Deputy Director, you will assist in overseeing all aspects of the program, including planning, staffing, and budget management, serving 91 middle school participants and engaging families.

You will collaborate with school staff, ensure compliance with DOH/DYCD requirements, and lead staff through recruitment, training, and supervision while maintaining