Role : Program Director, Little Village
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DEPARTMENT : Youth
REPORTS TO : Little Village Director
CLASSIFICATION / STATUS : Part-Time (29 Hours / Week or less)
Hours may vary from week to week according to the season / stay & play schedule. The work is primarily conducted at Little Village Stay & Play Site, 2420 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211. Some of the time may be spent working remotely or in the community to develop curriculum and partnerships.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES : The Little Village Program Director is responsible for leading and setting the direction for the program while maintaining consistency with the Vision and Mission of CGM. The objective of our Youth Programs is to support and help improve the lives of at-risk youth and their families. Our work seeks to provide physical, mental, social, and spiritual benefits as defined by WINS. The Youth Program Director is responsible for maintaining and growing the program with young people and their families.
MAJOR POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Conduct the work of this role in a manner that is aligned with the ministry’s core values of being : Godly, builders of meaningful Relationships, Compassionate, and focused on Positive Transformation for Ourselves and Participants in our Programs.
- RESPONSIBLE for :
- Being the program representative and face of this work to the public.
- Working with the Church Partnerships Director to assess external program interests (e.g., churches, schools, Y’s, service organizations, etc.).
- Developing and engaging with current and potential partners.
ACCOUNTABLE for :
Creating and communicating overall program vision and strategies, including execution, processes development / management, and program / ministry development and evaluation.Being on-site as needed for families to participate and play, committed to engaging with families and children during play and maintaining atmosphere of space.Understanding WINS as a whole and for individual WINS – how to train staff, on the collection, and reporting processes.Curriculum approval / development.Maintaining program specific data and information (e.g., volunteer registration, participant registrations, data needed for grant writing, etc.).Conducting background and reference checks of volunteers; involved in the decision-making process for potential child abuse cases.Coaching, training, and developing program staff and volunteers / interns.Coordinating program specific events.Managing in-kind donations.Engaging the community for program awareness and participation.Other Actions :
Program specific training, onboarding of volunteers and staff, and ongoing communication, engagement, and support.Working closely with Operations Team Director and Church Partnerships Director to sustain, grow, and reproduce the ministry.Recommending best practices across the ministry for engaging children and families.Collaborating with the COO and Youth Vice President to increase youth programs in the Urban Core.Working with other relevant CGM programs for potential partnership opportunities.Collaborating with Communications Director, COO, and / or Youth Vice President for key PR activities and crisis management.Working with Youth leadership to develop a succession plan.Creating and promoting a Youth pipeline.Developing the calendar of program events / activities and the planning and execution of those events / activities.Developing and renewing material / video production and program presentations & pitches.Storing program materials (physical materials, computer files, etc.).Providing budgeting input and ongoing budget management for the program.Providing program details, statistics, and input for grants.Encouraging prayer and providing support to volunteers.Participating and partnering with Development to apply for grants.Being an ongoing resource to the volunteers.Visiting / checking in with churches / sites.Scheduling and reporting special groups and classes.Curriculum Development Specifics :
Help develop age-appropriate themes and play materials to rotate seasonally.Determine and gather materials and resources as needed.Implement and assess the necessary curriculum.Assist with social media sharing of educational and resource updates.PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS :
Have the personal experience of receiving, by faith, Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord and be actively involved with a local church.Have a passion to see men, women, and children come to know Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord.Have a personal fellowship with the Lord, which includes daily prayer and Bible study.Agree with and sign the statement of faith and mission essentials of City Gospel Mission.Have a personal conviction to serve people of all ethnicities with genuine care and equity.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Ability to move and function consistently through the play space to engage with participating families and address any issues quickly.Ability to organize and clean basic facilities.Ability to lift a small child.This role requires ascending / descending stairs and arranging office / play equipment or other furnishings in a school / daycare-like setting.SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS :
Bachelor’s Degree, strong preference for degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Family Development, or related field / or 5 years' experience within a related field.A team player who is well organized, productive, and can put people at ease while maintaining order.Working knowledge of early childhood development, family development, social work, and / or trauma-based literature.Experience working with children or families with children, preferred.Professional and friendly demeanor; can provide excellent one-on-one care.Very good oral and written communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; ability to do research using the Internet.Able to multitask.Takes initiative and follows through.Must pass background / motor vehicle screen and drug test.
Job Type : Part-time
Pay : $22.50 per hour
Expected hours : No more than 29 per week
Benefits :
401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceSchedule :
Day shiftEvening shiftWork Location : In person
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