Children's Activities Program Coordinator

Job DescriptionJob Description

Catholic Charities is one of the largest, most comprehensive human services agencies in Northern California, reaching more than 32,000 individuals a year in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin counties. We tackle some of the most pressing challenges in our community – homelessness, generational poverty, inequality, aging in isolation, HIV-AIDS, and immigration to name a few – with determination, expertise, and collaborative problem-solving with those we serve. As an integral part of our communities, we work to keep our neighborhoods diverse, productive, safe, and healthy through our more than 30 programs, comprehensive services, and social justice advocacy.. We bolster our neighbors – single mothers, adults and families experiencing homelessness, adults with disabilities, seniors, children and youth, people living with HIV/AIDS, and immigrants – when they need help, solutions, and hope. We are compassionate caregivers, ardent advocates, and champions of those in need. If you are eager to have a substantive impact on the lives of others and the health of our community, apply here. Join us as we change lives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform intake, assessment, and evaluation of each child's needs
• Coordinate case management needs of all children
• Act as liaison and direct support person with SFUSD
• In conjunction with the CAP Assistant and outside specialists, develop and implement activity plans for children based on needs
• Take the lead in planning and organizing major shelter events
• Assist families in developing their parenting skills
• Ensure the appropriate screening and assessment of interns and volunteers
• Provide supervision and training for CAP assistant, interns, and volunteers under the supervision of the Program Manager
• Coordinate with all appropriate St. Joseph's staff and outside providers regarding the needs of the children and their families
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions pertaining to the program and/or the larger organization
• Maintain safe and clean activity areas
• Maintain accurate, current client and program documentation
• Provide accurate and timely written reports and record-keeping data (Reports include but are not limited to the time clock, Observation Reports, Shift Log, Incident Reports, and Quarterly Reports.)
• Plan and publish the Monthly CAP Calendar
• Maintain and develop positive relationships with funders
• Submit monthly grant request forms to funders and follow-up with forms documenting appropriate spending of program budget funds
• Oversee program budget and maintain accurate records for auditing purposes
• Delegate daily tasks to Assistant for team implementation of the schedule
• Schedule CAP staff and volunteers for special event activities

• Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in early childhood development or related area of study, or significant experience in the field
• 3-4 years experience working in the child development field
• Experience with, and sensitivity to the needs of homeless families
• Current certificate in first aid and CPR
• Ability to provide supervision to staff and volunteers
• Experience working with community agencies and resources, including large urban school districts

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, knowledge of networking concepts would be a plus.
• Ability to speak, read and write Spanish is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of mandatory reporting requirements for people working with children, including laws and procedures related to child abuse matters
• Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate children's activities
• Ability to drive staff car and 8 passenger van, valid Driver’s License, and clean DMV record required.
• Able to listen actively and communicate effectively with individuals and groups and be sensitive to the client population, organize own work, and follow-through independently
• Goal-oriented
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work in a team environment
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; professional verbal and written communication
• Must be able to read and write English

• Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge, and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in cross-cultural situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasional bending, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and walking.
• Occasional lifting, pushing and pulling.
• Occasional repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

• Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up-to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up-to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading.

• Driving is required for this position.

If driving a car is required for the position, the incumbent must have a valid California driver's license and be able to provide proof of DMV record and personal insurance (if required.)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work environment is a residential shelter for families who are homeless.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate in accordance with a typical office environment.
• May include contact with clients with mental health issues who demonstrate behaviors such as use of profanity, shouting, running away, self-harm and violence.
• Occasional need to interact with clients that may be expressing anger both appropriately and inappropriately.
• The work environment includes contact with many children, who may be loud and at times behaviorally challenged.
• The work environment will include children ages 0 months to 17 years old.
• The worker is occasionally exposed to cleaning products.
• The worker is regularly exposed to arts and crafts supplies that may contain an odor such as non-toxic paint, glue, permanent markers, dry erase markers, and crayons.
• The worker is occasionally exposed to latex, bleach solution, cigarette smoke, and animals for pet therapy projects.
• The work environment may include driving an agency vehicle.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Department or Program: St. Josephs Family Center
This is a full time position
Union status: Union
Fingerprinting clearance: Required
TB Screening: Required
First Aid Certificate: Pediatric First Aid required

Company DescriptionCatholic Charities SF, the not-for-profit service arm of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, is one of the Bay Area's largest human services organizations. Catholic Charities SF provides programs and services for 70,000 people in need within the three-county regions of San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo Counties. Catholic Charities SF's programs include a full spectrum of services for families and youth, single parents, aging adults, persons living with HIV, refugees, and immigrants, homeless and those at risk of being homeless, individuals with physical disabilities, and incarcerated adults and youth. In conjunction with Mercy/Charities Housing Inc., Catholic Charities SF is also a recognized leader in a not-for-profit housing development.Company DescriptionCatholic Charities SF, the not-for-profit service arm of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, is one of the Bay Area's largest human services organizations. Catholic Charities SF provides programs and services for 70,000 people in need within the three-county regions of San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo Counties. Catholic Charities SF's programs include a full spectrum of services for families and youth, single parents, aging adults, persons living with HIV, refugees, and immigrants, homeless and those at risk of being homeless, individuals with physical disabilities, and incarcerated adults and youth. In conjunction with Mercy/Charities Housing Inc., Catholic Charities SF is also a recognized leader in a not-for-profit housing development.

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