Youth Center Pre-Teen Program Director

3 weeks ago

Cambridge, United States City of Cambridge, MA Full time

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP) creates and coordinates services that enhance the quality of life for Cambridge residents. Driven by the needs of residents, DHSP's extensive services and programs touch almost every sector in the city: from newborns to senior citizens, from school-aged children to homeless families, from non-profit organizations to local employers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In collaboration with Youth Center Director, oversee the Pre-Teen Programming for youth ages 9-13 including:

* Create and deliver a variety of youth programs that engage youth in developmentally appropriate projects ranging from social, recreational, educational and enrichment activities.
* Develop and maintain a safe and supportive environment that responds to and supports the needs and interests of each child and fosters positive and supportive relationships with and between youth and staff.
* Ensure programs meet standards of high-quality, best practices in Out-of-School-Time programming.
* Provide outreach to and develop partnerships with other youth-serving agencies.
* Promote Youth Center activities and programming to attract new members, volunteers and collaborating partners.
* Supervise Part-time Youth Workers and provide ongoing feedback and support.
* With Youth Center Director, assist with the recruitment, hiring and training of staff.
* Maintain ongoing documentation of daily activities, work with youth, families, and staff.
* Maintain accurate records including member/staff attendance, finances, incidents reports, licensing requirements, etc.
* Participate in ongoing program evaluations, both internal and external.
* Participate in ongoing staff development programs to enhance program practices and quality.
* Actively engaging in and supporting the Department's Race and Equity Initiative.
* Manage program budget, spending and tracking.
* Participate in Youth Programs' committees.
* Maintain program materials and supplies.
* Plan and implement Youth Center and related community events.
* May perform other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

* Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.
* Minimum of three years' experience managing youth programs and supervising staff.
* Background in Youth Development and understanding of social/emotional needs of youth/pre-teens.
* Experience in working with urban youth.
* Excellent organizational skills, attentiveness to detail and ability to follow through with multiple projects.
* Experience with collaborative, team-oriented environments.
* Interpersonal skills that excel in cultural sensitivity, respect for differences and effective communication.
* The City of Cambridge's workforce, like the community it serves, is diverse. Applicants must have the ability to work and interact effectively with individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Main work environment is busy Youth Center. The noise level can be extremely loud. Youth Centers include classroom like settings, open environments & gymnasium. This position may be eligible for hybrid work under the City's Telework Policy depending on operational needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to lift fifty pounds and participate in activities that require physical exertion.

BENEFITS SUMMARY:

* Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
* Vacation and Sick leave eligible
* Sick Incentive Pay Eligible
* 3 Personal days
* 14 Paid Holidays
* Management Allowance, $2,700/year
* City employee commuter benefits (T-Pass reimbursement, Bluebikes membership, EZRide Shuttle membership)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Please upload the following documents to complete your application.

* Resume
* Cover Letter

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