Program Coordinator - JRELL

Community Youth Center of San Francisco (CYC) provides education, leadership development, behavioral health services, intervention, street outreach, and workforce development to San Francisco youth and their families. CYC envisions empowering young people to reach their highest potential as individuals and to develop a positive self‑and cultural identity. Our mission is to empower and strengthen a diverse population of high‑need youth and their families by providing comprehensive youth development through education, employment training, advocacy, and other supportive services. Title: Program Coordinator – Job Readiness for English Language Learners (JRELL) Program Salary: $29.00 – $34.00 per hour (plus benefits) Reports to: Program Manager Status: Full‑time (40 hours/week); Non‑Exempt Duties and Responsibilities Oversee the development and implementation of the Job Readiness for English Language Learners (JRELL) Program. Target city‑wide outreach and recruitment focusing on English Language Learners between the ages of 14 to 24. Develop curriculum and facilitate vocational training workshops, including resume writing, job interview skill‑building, and strength/talent identification to meet program learning objectives. Recruit worksites to host program participants for subsidized internships and provide support to volunteer worksite supervisors. Provide personal and vocational guidance for youth using vocational and interest assessments, and develop individualized vocational goals and plans with participants. Provide case management and referral services to high‑need youth and young adults, assisting with job placement and milestone verification. Offer counseling to participants in resolving personal issues that may affect work/school performance. Hire, train, and supervise program staff, providing ongoing coaching and professional development. Develop and manage program budgets, including monitoring expenses. Maintain an up‑to‑date list of available jobs that are appropriate for youth. Build relationships with employers and develop jobs for youth and young adults. Complete all required written documentation and reports. Refer youth to appropriate services within CYC or other agencies. Support program‑wide events. Participate in other duties assigned by management. Prepare program participants for subsidized employment in nonprofit, public, and private‑sector placements. Attend mandatory meetings and trainings for the benefit of the program and staff. Act as a liaison and collaborate with other service providers. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year college or university, or minimum 2+ years’ experience delivering workforce development programs. Bilingual in English and Cantonese/Mandarin. Experience facilitating workshops for high school and TAY‑aged youth. Ability to work with ethnically diverse groups of low‑income youth and English Language Learners to support their social and emotional needs during transition. Experience working with San Francisco’s diverse communities and neighborhoods. Experience working with community‑based service providers and private sector partners. Ability to work as part of a team to prioritize and handle multiple tasks, and to work independently in a high‑pressure environment. Experience conducting interviews and assessments with youth and parents. Familiarity with job‑seeking and job coaching skills. Demonstrated effective organization and facilitation skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Competency with PC‑based software, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Zoom, etc. Ability to model professionalism, personal responsibility, a strong work ethic, and positive character to staff and participants. Strong organizational and collaboration skills. Able to lift or move at least 25 lbs. Willingness to work evenings and weekends, and outdoor activities. CYC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, age, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis recognized by federal, state, or local law, including on the basis of the intersection of two or more protected characteristics, also known as intersectional discrimination. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Youth Center of San Francisco