Youth Programs Manager

Eligible For Full Benefits For over 40 years, The Cooperative has been at the forefront of developing innovative strategies in maternal and child health care. We work to improve the region’s health by educating communities, advocating for system improvements, and engaging with stakeholders. The Cooperative is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) coalition of healthcare professionals and consumers licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health as the maternal and child health consortium serving the seven counties of South Jersey. Description Salary Range - $56,000 - $59,000 Full Time Position - 40 hours/week Eligible For Full Benefits For over 40 years, The Cooperative has been at the forefront of developing innovative strategies in maternal and child health care. We work to improve the region’s health by educating communities, advocating for system improvements, and engaging with stakeholders. The Cooperative is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) coalition of healthcare professionals and consumers licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health as the maternal and child health consortium serving the seven counties of South Jersey. The Cooperative is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage all qualified candidates to apply for employment with our agency without regard to abilities, age, race, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio economic status, educational levels, military/veteran status, or any other characteristics. Disclaimer This job description does not encompass all duties and is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or tasks. However, it provides a general overview of the job expectations. The Cooperative Offers a Competitive Benefit Package Medical, Dental, Life Insurance Id Theft & Legal Services Pet Insurance Critical Illness and Accident Plan AAA Membership Assistance Generous Paid Time Off 10 Paid Holidays Staff Development Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Account 401K – The Cooperative contributes 4% after one year of work anniversary Biggest Perk - Generous PTO and 4% contribution to the 401K after one year of work anniversary. General Summary The Youth Programs Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of The Cooperative’s youth programs; Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP) and Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE). The Youth Programs Manager is involved in program planning, training, orientation, and evaluation activities and serves as the link between PREP and local, regional, and statewide education, health and community partners and providers, while maintaining PREP program fidelity and evaluation profile. The Youth Programs Manager serves as a facilitator of Get Real and Teen Outreach Program curriculum to high school aged youth (15 – 18). Essential Functions Works Collaboratively with the SRAE coordinator to monitor grant deliverables. Facilitates regular Youth Programs staff meetings to review and monitor SRAE and PREP program goals. Assists Associate Director in preparation of regular SRAE and PREP progress reports, grant applications and other reports as required by The Cooperative, State, Federal government, and funding sources. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Master’s Degree in health education, public health, human/social services administration or related field. Minimum of 3 years’ experience of youth related service delivery or youth related programming. Experience with managing a team, demonstrating strong leadership and team building skills. Strong administrative skills, including strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to interact with diverse professional and client populations. Experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating programs within a team environment. Valid driver’s license, car, and current insurance policy. Physical Requirements Must be able to see to read documents and hear well enough to communicate with others. Must be able to write, type on a computer, and use a telephone. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Additional requirements to be determined with input from Director and HR Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment Travels regularly to sites where traffic, weather, and other environmental conditions may be encountered; otherwise works in a climate-controlled professional office environment generally free from hazards and other adverse working conditions. #J-18808-Ljbffr