What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator (Case Manager) - Learn and Earn position at COMMONPOINT NY INC?
STATEMENT OF THE AGENCY
Commonpoint is a non-profit, multi-service agency with flagship sites in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, with 80 additional sites throughout the community that provide a diverse array of programs and services to over 85,000 individuals. The mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through various social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.
STATEMENT OF THE POSITION
Within our framework of a holistic, strength-focused, and family-supported practice, an individual hired as the Program Coordinator (Case Manager), Learn & Earn Site Director will report directly to the Site Director, Learn & Earn Program. Office will be based out of the Queens High School Teaching.
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Support in student recruitment; assist in conducting comprehensive intake and assessment to determine program eligibility and develop an individual service strategy for eligible participants. Complete the required documentation and submission via funder mandated portal (DYCD Connect).
2. Establish a rapport with all program participants. Assist them in identifying their educational and career goals; help them to formulate future plans.
3. Implement and conduct weekly workshops on work readiness, career development, college readiness, life skills, service learning, and student enrichment.
4. Monitor the attendance, academic, and career progress of program participants.
5. Provide and structure a comprehensive interpersonal group and individual counseling program to meet the varying needs of students.
6. Work in a collaborative team, including participation in staff meetings, contractor meetings, and staff development in order to support student progress.
7. Monitor and document student progress in various service areas (guidance and counseling, academic support, life skills, work readiness).
8. Conduct daily attendance and participation outreach.
9. Participate in ongoing (monthly) professional case conferences, schedule site-based training as well as staff meetings, with agendas and attendance sheets.
10. Support in cultivating competitive Summer Internship Program placements for contract cohort that align with identified career goals and objective.
11. Monitor the completion and submission of monthly case notes on the tenth (10th) of the month for the previous month for current and follow-up participants.
12. Submission of contractual milestones including: Measurable Skills Gain, Attainment of HS Diploma and quarterly placement during follow up year.
13. Partnering to support and ensure success of all Commonpoint programming on-site at the Queens High School of Teaching.
14. Supervision and mentorship for Social Work Interns within the Learn & Earn Program.
15. Conduct regular visits to participant work sites to provide participant support and to keep track of engagement.
16. Provide necessary referrals and connections to community resources.
General Tasks of All Commonpoint Staff
Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are
available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Salary: $60,000-$65,000
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Elizabeth Kugelman at ekugelman@commonpoint.org. Please indicate “Site Director, Learn & Earn” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Commonpoint is a non-profit, multi-service agency with flagship sites in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, with 80 additional sites throughout the community that provide a diverse array of programs and services to over 85,000 individuals. The mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through various social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.
STATEMENT OF THE POSITION
Within our framework of a holistic, strength-focused, and family-supported practice, an individual hired as the Program Coordinator (Case Manager), Learn & Earn Site Director will report directly to the Site Director, Learn & Earn Program. Office will be based out of the Queens High School Teaching.
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
- MSW or related Masters Level Degree, SIFI Certification required or eligible
- At least two (2) years’ experience working with adolescents in an urban environment, providing services that reduce barriers and facilitate educational success and social-emotional well-being.
- At least two (2) years of experience providing outcomes-oriented supervision and professional development to a team of youth development specialists.
- Experience working with youth in a school setting
- Good supervisory skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Conflict resolution and negotiating skil
- Computer literate, including experience with,Google Suite and Microsoft Office software packages, local area networks, and the Internet
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to engage in productive supervision
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Support in student recruitment; assist in conducting comprehensive intake and assessment to determine program eligibility and develop an individual service strategy for eligible participants. Complete the required documentation and submission via funder mandated portal (DYCD Connect).
2. Establish a rapport with all program participants. Assist them in identifying their educational and career goals; help them to formulate future plans.
3. Implement and conduct weekly workshops on work readiness, career development, college readiness, life skills, service learning, and student enrichment.
4. Monitor the attendance, academic, and career progress of program participants.
5. Provide and structure a comprehensive interpersonal group and individual counseling program to meet the varying needs of students.
6. Work in a collaborative team, including participation in staff meetings, contractor meetings, and staff development in order to support student progress.
7. Monitor and document student progress in various service areas (guidance and counseling, academic support, life skills, work readiness).
8. Conduct daily attendance and participation outreach.
9. Participate in ongoing (monthly) professional case conferences, schedule site-based training as well as staff meetings, with agendas and attendance sheets.
10. Support in cultivating competitive Summer Internship Program placements for contract cohort that align with identified career goals and objective.
11. Monitor the completion and submission of monthly case notes on the tenth (10th) of the month for the previous month for current and follow-up participants.
12. Submission of contractual milestones including: Measurable Skills Gain, Attainment of HS Diploma and quarterly placement during follow up year.
13. Partnering to support and ensure success of all Commonpoint programming on-site at the Queens High School of Teaching.
14. Supervision and mentorship for Social Work Interns within the Learn & Earn Program.
15. Conduct regular visits to participant work sites to provide participant support and to keep track of engagement.
16. Provide necessary referrals and connections to community resources.
General Tasks of All Commonpoint Staff
- Promote and implement the core values of the agency.
- Participation in all staff meetings and staff training seminars.
- Participation in agency-wide programs and program committees, as assigned.
- Active involvement, as a supervisee, in the supervision process.
- Support the mission of Commonpoint.
- Other tasks appropriate to Commonpoint staff, as assigned. Commonpoint reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are
available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Salary: $60,000-$65,000
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Elizabeth Kugelman at ekugelman@commonpoint.org. Please indicate “Site Director, Learn & Earn” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000
