Children's Program Coordinator

CoordinatorThe Coordinator is responsible for the planning, organizing, implementation and promotion of the after school program, enrichment program, School Breaks program and Holiday Care programs. The role ensures that the coordination of child/parent education and activities support the outcomes of the Children and Family programs at Kahauiki Village.Essential FunctionsStudy, analyze, and become thoroughly familiar with all aspects of the after-school, enrichment, school breaks and holiday programs.Develop, plan and manage specific program activities for after school, school breaks, holiday and other enrichment programs, including process and outcome objectives and related criteria for program achievement.Implement IHS standard administrative procedures and practices for the program.Interact with children using approved child guidance techniques and development tools that will support the goals of the program; Model effective social and parenting behaviors to encourage parents and children to develop healthy family relationships.Coordinate with outside agencies/programs and/or provide support of activities and programs for parents/care-givers including but not limited to parenting skills, budgeting skills, and access to community resources; Assist with and hold weekly groups for parents and/or children.Establish contacts within the community, particularly as they relate to program articulation and promotion to ensure maximum community involvement/awareness is achieved and maintained.Serve as liaison between the school, parents, community, district office, DOE and other agencies, etc.Ensure the safety and well-being of program participants through continuous observation of children in order to detect early signs of distress, abnormal behavior, illness and /or child abuse and neglect and notify Program Manager and case mgmt staff as appropriate.Maintain confidentiality and consistently maintain accurate attendance, safety and program records through SAMI or other systems as required and provide data to support outcome measures.Manage and prepare appropriate data collection, record-keeping, and all reporting functions of the program.Other DutiesAssist with and/or coordinate the organization of and distribution of donations specified to families with children during holidays or as requested.Attend monthly meetings with families and all supervision, Family department and General Staff Meetings as required.Collaborate with stakeholders and organizations in the community to locate new resources that enhance the children’s programDesign announcements and bulletins for parents to ensure high participation from families in activities and programs.Perform other duties and accept responsibilities as assigned.Supervisory Responsibility: This position has frequent supervisory responsibility of volunteers who are providing care, programming and assistance to children and parents in the program’s activities and events. The responsibility when assigned, includes ensuring volunteers are working safely, are monitored and supported to have a positive volunteer experience. Site Coordinators must maintain an effective communication system with school personnel, subordinate staff, parents, prospective and participating students, Clinical Administrator, appropriate DOE offices, etc. so that appropriate and vital information will be dispersed in a timely fashion.Work Environment: This job operates in an indoor classroom environment with some work outdoors and in the community. Temperatures may vary as the position moves from air conditioned (AC) to open air/non AC areas. Frequent contact to persons served including but not limited to those affected by domestic violence, child abuse, substance abuse, mental illness, ex-offenders, and the medically fragile. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Mental & Physical Demands: The position requires adaptability, the ability to work under pressure and strong communication skills with children of various age ranges (Ages 5-18 years) as well as with audiences of varying comprehension levels. Able to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and professionalism. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to reach. Occasionally lift, bend, stoop, push, and pull up to 20 pounds.Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Regular Full-TimeMonday - Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. General business hours including some evenings, weekends and holidays. Hours and days may vary based on the needs of the organization.CompetenciesPatienceCommunicationResourcefulnessPresentationTeamworkRequired Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of approved child guidance techniques and development tools that support physical, social, emotional and intellectual development.Basic knowledge of the issues affecting homelessness and its impact on families.Effective prioritization and problem solving skills; able to adhere to prescribed budgets.Able to work under pressure and in stressful situations.Possess personal qualities of integrity and commitment to mission.Flexible and able to multitask; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment.Required Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Human Services, Early Childhood Development, Education or a related field from an accredited university.At least one year of experience working with children of various ages in a multi-cultural and low socio-economic setting.Physically capable of caring for and facilitating activities for children of various ages.Preferred Education and ExperienceMaster’s degree in Human Services, Early Childhood Development, Education or a related field from an accredited university.One and a half to two years’ experience working with children and families in homeless shelter settings.CPI certified or able to pass at IHS.CPR and 1 st Aid certified or able to certify through IHS.IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, maintains a Drug and Alcohol-free Workplace, and is an employer of National Service.