What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engagement Coordinator position at Literacy West?

Job Purpose:

The Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for providing assistance to the Eagle Nest Director in implementing after-school programs for students. Assisting in planning and implementing academic clubs, field trips, and maintaining student and staff ratios. Promoting the agency's activities and goals by serving as an active member of the Literacy West team by supporting and sustaining all Literacy West Operations.

Job Results and Duties:

Assists with daily programmatic operations to ensure youth receive the highest quality educational and support services in a safe environment.

Promotes quality programming by maintaining student to staff ratios.

Assists in maintaining detailed attendance and all other documentation necessary for reporting.

Assists with program development by recommending and providing ongoing program improvements to ensure a positive program result for all participants.

Maintains a strong culture of accountability of standards, best practices, and outcomes, to recruit, retain, monitor, and support our students, parents, staff, partners, and Literacy West leadership.

Manages multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

Participates in agency-wide functions and project activities.

Demonstrates integrity and acts as a role model for staff, students, children, and families.

Actively serves as a member of the team.

Provides recommendations and feedback to leadership on program changes, improvements, and new development projects.

Ensure SACC compliance and required staff ratios.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or related Human Service field AND minimum or two years' experience in a position involving knowledge of youth and human service community agencies AND direct experience with children and at-risk populations required. Reliable transportation and a valid New York State Driver's License required. Experience with Microsoft computer applications and ability to communicate with the manage electronic mail software program required. OCFS clearance required with fingerprint and background approval under LAWS of New York 2001, CHAPTER 180, and its subsequent amendments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

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