Senior Manager of Programs - Behavioral Specialist

At Camp Fire, young people find a safe, inclusive place where develop a sense of belonging and learn how to make positive contributions to their community. Camp Fire youth have life‑enhancing experiences and develop assets essential to their futures. Young people want to shape the world. Camp Fire provides the opportunity to find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are. In Camp Fire, it begins now. Light the fire within. The Senior Manager of Programs will be responsible for supporting the delivery of CampFireHeartland’s social and emotional learning program to young people within the organization's afterschool programs and their families. This role emphasizes program design, direct youth engagement, staff coaching, and behavioral support strategies to ensure high‑quality, developmentally appropriate programming aligned with CampFire’s mission. Position Responsibilities Promote an environment, at all times, that is trauma‑informed, both for staff and service recipients. Ensure high quality programming of the SEL lessons. Keep team informed of program policies and performance expectations through communication means such as staff meetings, individual supervisory meetings, and written documents. Use required evaluation tools to measure and track program impact (outputs and outcomes) and generate reports that measure data for participants, families, volunteers, and partner organizations. Ensure all required reports are submitted accurately and within the required time frame. Responsible for procuring program supplies and materials in accordance with program budgets and financial policies. Maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion. Program Design and Implementation Design and oversee high‑quality out‑of‑school programming for diverse youth populations across backgrounds, ages, and abilities, including: Lesson planning and curriculum development Ensure programming is engaging, structured, and developmentally appropriate Develop supplemental materials and resources to enhance program delivery Coach staff on implementing a variety of instructional approaches, including project‑based learning and youth‑led activities Lead continuous improvement of program content and delivery across all sites Direct Youth Engagement and Behavioral Support Work directly with youth in program settings to model effective engagement strategies. Support staff in managing high‑behavior youth and complex group dynamics. Develop and implement individual and group behavior plans. Lead the development and consistent implementation of behavior management strategies across all program sites. Provide guidance on trauma‑informed practices and positive behavior interventions. Ensure all program environments are safe, inclusive, and supportive for youth participants. Skills and Qualifications Be available during program operating hours (7:00 AM – 6:00 PM as needed). Degree in elementary education, child or family development, applied behaviors, therapy, counseling, or another mental health field or certificate in RBT. At least two years’ experience working with young people. Commitment to working with young people and providing the highest quality services possible. Represent the organization in a highly professional manner at all times. Communicates regularly and professionally with partner organizations. Maintain consistent attendance and is punctual. Ability to travel between sites. Perform all other duties as assigned. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work with a diverse population. Ability to work independently and in an extremely fast‑paced environment. Pass extensive background check. Reports to the Senior Director of Programs. Employment Details Pay: $55,000.00 per year (non‑negotiable). Job Type: Full‑time. Benefits 401(k) 403(b) Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location In person. Camp Fire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, condition or any other group protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr