What are the responsibilities and job description for the SISU After 4 Program Manager position at Lawrence Family Development?
LAWRENCE FAMILY DEVELOPMENT, INC. D/B/A
355 Haverhill Street, Lawrence, MA 01840
Telephone: (978) 224-8808
Website: www.lawrenceprospera.org
The SISU After 4 Program Manager works as part of the SISU team to engage with youth ages 14-24 and facilitate outcome-driven programming and projects. The position provides a great opportunity for a person looking to make a difference in the community. By helping to enrich the lives of SISU participants, this individual will contribute to reducing crime, increasing employment opportunities, and fostering positive social-emotional development within the population we serve.
Responsibilities:
- Build partnerships and coordinate services with regional organizations,
- Build and Maintain relationships with LPS Middle School and High School Guidance staff,
- Meet with clients and make recommendations for services and programming,
- Assist with development and implementation of strategic outreach and engagement plan to identify high risk youth ages 14 to 24,
- Develop and Facilitate programming, workshops, and activities for SISU participants,
- Coordinate and supervise programming, workshops, and activities for the SISU After 4 program,
- Coordinating the scheduling, implementing, and assigning tasks and timelines for projects
- Collaborate with team members on youth service plans and assessments,
- Work with SISU Case Management and Mental Health staff to create and implement a comprehensive opioid/ harmful substances education and prevention program,
- Maintain client records within the organization’s data management systems,
- Implements attendance policies and procedures
- Provides crisis intervention as needed,
- Support youth accountability measures, including participation in restorative justice practices,
- Attend staff meetings, professional development, and program activities,
- All other duties assigned.
Experience/Qualifications:
- Minimum Associates Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Psychology, or related field
- Understanding of urban culture and proven-risk youth preferred
- Strong comfort level in approaching youth at different levels of social-emotional growth
- Ability to work sensitively and effectively in a multicultural setting
- Strong leadership, organization, and facilitation skills
- Comfort working within a team-oriented, professional environment
- Valid driver’s license and has own transportation
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
- Available to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends if necessary
Position Details:
- Reports to: Program Director
- Hours: Flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends
- Salary Range: Based upon experience (non-Exempt)
Lawrence Family Prospera does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
