Program Assistant

LDP Program Assistant Status: Full Time/Exempt Salary: $50,000-55,000; Commensurate with education, experience and certifications About HOPE Farm HOPE Farm Inc.’s ministry and mission are to serve boys without a father at home and their single moms or guardians. Hope Farm is an after-school leadership development program where we introduce our participants to a life governed by belief in Christ and provide an opportunity to be mentored by adult Christian men.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Program Assistant is responsible for the delivery and implementation of HOPE Farm Leadership Development programs. The HOPE Farm programs will be developed around four pillars: Bible Study, Social Development, Academic Enrichment, and Recreation.

JOB DUTIES:

Deliver, implement and supervise program/activities content for HOPE Farm participants in the following categories: Bible Study Stewardship Academic support Recreation Leadership Development Social Skills Ensure that all program activities are staffed, conducted in a safe manner, and all HOPE Farm rules and procedures are followed Facilitate and lead school year and summer engagement activities on and off campus for our boys in the program Report any accidents and/or incidents to the Program Director or Assistant Program Director immediately and follow all established protocol for emergency response Gather qualitative and quantitative data and KPI's of the program’s success as needed for reporting, public presentations, newsletters, and fundraising opportunities Meet regularly with Program Director and/or Assistant Program Director to review individual student progress Meet with teachers, counselors, and principals on behavior or academic related issues for boys in programMake school visits to encourage, empower and inspire boys in their academic environment Consult with mothers and caregivers on behavior related issues Accompany students on field trips (Some trips may be after hours or on weekends) Perform school pick-ups or field trips as back up driver for after school pick up (As needed) Represent HOPE Farm at community, fundraising, and special events functions on and off site (As needed) All other duties or assignments to support the program as needed by Program Director

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Must be able to maintain confidentiality, respect privacy, build trust, and establish clearboundaries Must pass agency background check to complete hiring compliance Must be empathetic, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft 365 Desktop usage and AI supporting usage Must comply with HOPE Farm policies & procedures Must model behaviors consistent with HOPE Farm values

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree (Required). In education, psychology, sociology or related field Experience in education, mentoring, or youth programs Current CPR certification and basic first aid knowledge Current Texas Driver’s License, with a clean driving record. Must pass standards for coverage by company carrier #J-18808-Ljbffr Hope Farm