What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Youth Development Services position at Community Charter School of Paterson?
The Director of Youth Development Services is responsible for leading, managing, and overseeing all youth development programs and initiatives. This role includes strategic planning, program development, staff supervision, and community engagement to ensure the holistic growth and development of young people in Paterson NJ
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities & Outcomes
Leads the School Based Youth Services Team committed to helping young people build on existing assets to make positive choices about their health and well-being, academic achievement, interaction with others, and out-of-school opportunities.
Oversees the development and facilitation of workshops and events geared towards healthy youth development, academics, life skills, health, and other positive topics.
Ensures delivery of individual and group support services to students.
Ensure programs comply with all relevant regulations, policies, and standards.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of youth participants.
Building and maintaining relationships with program partners and sites, meeting regularly with school administrators and partners
Recruiting and hiring program staff and independent service contractors as per grant requirements
Direct supervision and evaluation of staff members, teachers/tutors and independent service contractors
Leading staff meetings and professional development trainings
Assists students in connecting to resources within and outside of their school community.
Completes reports and documentation needed for the program.
Maintains program files and ensures effective data collection for evaluation purposes and program compliance.
Manage discretionary budget for program; includes following expenditure guidelines as per the funding source and CCSP Administration.
Advocate for youth development issues and represent the organization in community meetings and events
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required and Master’s Degree preferred with documented 5 years of
experience in youth development programming.
Computer literate with proficiency in MS office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Skilled at managing outreach to community partners and employers.
Ability to multi-task.
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
Strong leadership and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Experience with program development, strategic planning, and budget management.
Knowledge of best practices in youth development and a commitment to fostering positive outcomes for young people.
Compensation & Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, CCSP offers a full comprehensive benefits plan.
The Community Charter School of Paterson is an equal-opportunity employer.
