Project FOCUS Site Coordinator (Holton Elementary School)

Are you passionate about helping others? Join our team of highly experienced professionals and take a step towards serving those in need.

TrueNorth is an independent, non-profit human service organization that strengthens rural and urban communities and empowers individuals by meeting them where their needs are. Our programs help inspire future leaders, encourage self-sufficiency, and create new opportunities. We not only help pull communities together we help them push confidently forward. We are looking for influencers, innovators, and change-makers to join our team. If you are truly interested in working for a non-profit that creates community change, TrueNorth has the job for you!

As a full-time salaried employee of TrueNorth, you would be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), employer paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off.

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the development, implementation, administration, and coordination of Project FOCUS (For Our Children’s Ultimate Success) programming at a specific school site.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, although other tasks and duties may be assigned:

· Be thoroughly familiar with the approved grant contract with MDE.

· Provide administration and direction to support the out-of-school time program, including the development of program activities and activity units

· Recruit, hire, train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate staff.

· Post schedule and daily written lesson plans with staff assigned to specific duties.

· Monitor contracted workers.

· Establish partnerships with the school site and partner agencies.

· Assist with the recruitment and retention of students.

· Plan and conduct parent/family service events.

· Assist in communication with all staff, including teachers, principals, parents, transportation coordinator, community partners, site coach and program director.

· Assist program staff with daily programming and administration of the grant.

· Work closely with the site coach to assess the program and staffing needs, including human resource issues.

· Serve on special events committees as needed.

· Maintain all attendance and re-enrollment records to ensure that all records are up to date in the statewide evaluation system (EZ Reports and YPQA).

· Understand security plans and active involvement in emergency procedures, crisis prevention plans, and student disciplinary policies.

· Maintains all Project FOCUS property and equipment.

· Utilize appropriate technology, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, and Publisher.

· Attends all mandatory meetings, conferences, and training.

· Assist community liaison in building partnerships and securing necessary donations.

· Travel to various sites and TrueNorth.

· Other duties as assigned.

· Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

· Attend all staff meetings.

SUPERVISORY REPONSIBILITIES: This position directly supervises Program Assistants. This position will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with TrueNorth’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

SCHEDULE: This position is on a 44-week schedule (85% FTE).

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year College or University

· Must meet minimum requirements for licensing as a Program Director as defined in Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers, December 2008.

· Valid Michigan driver's license and the ability to travel to and from sites on a regular basis.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Lesson planning and program development skills;

• Demonstrate passion for after-school-time programs;

• Proven ability to work with and train staff/volunteers on a variety of complex processes;

• Ability to develop and motivate a team;

• Ability to provide support for a vision and direction;

• Absolute ability to work both independently and effectively within a team;

• Ability to leverage community connections;

• Considerable familiarity with the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), Google, general internet use and possess the capacity to master the Customer Relations Management (CRM) database, EZ Reports, and other external databases;

• Ability to utilize various cloud-based software to accurately record and approve hours worked;

• Ability to work with a variety of systems, agencies, vendors, data, and individuals while exhibiting excellent communication skills;

• Possess and demonstrate the skill to effectively coordinate multiple projects with short deadlines;

• Ability to maintain records and prepare verbal and written reports;

• Ability to explain program policies and procedures to program staff, participants, volunteers and participant families;

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school staff, administrators, employees, participants, volunteers, community partners, and families of participants;

• Ability to maintain participant and agency confidentiality;

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $37,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $37,500