Program Support Coordinator - Community Engagement Services
Program Support Coordinator - Community Engagement Services
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$ 50000 - 55000
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Job Description
NUMBER AND TYPE OF PERSONS SUPERVISED:
5-30 Volunteers/Student Interns
Volunteer Facilitators Parent Group Leaders & Student Interns
Children and Youth Program Specialist for Parent Support Groups
POSITION SUMMARY:
To effectively manage all volunteer and internship programs for The Family Tree the focus will be on expanding services discovering new ways to engage potential volunteers and collaborating with leading academic institutions to offer dynamic community-based service- learning experiences for student interns. Additionally it will involve creating a sustainable infrastructure to support an active volunteer system.
This position is also responsible for the daily implementation of parent support family engagement and childrens programming throughout Maryland. In this role you will serve as the Lead Coordinator and provide Technical Assistance for Marylands Chapter of the Circle of Parents National. Responsibilities will be guided by the standards of the Circle of Parents National support groups and the agencys strategic plan. Furthermore this role includes supervising staff and developing and maintaining program sites and partnerships across the state.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Volunteer Management
To assess current methods of volunteer recruitment training placement and retention.
To develop and implement strategies to recruit & screen volunteers and interns for all programs.
To develop unique partnerships with universities colleges non-profits and the business community that support the professional development of staff volunteers interns and Parent Leaders.
To recommend annually a budget to support program activities and services.
To assist as necessary in seeking out funding sources and possible grant writing.
To work in a cooperative and professional manner with staff Board members and donors.
Program Development and Expansion
Develops implements and expands support groups throughout the state using the Circle of Parents National support group standard.
Establishes community partnerships to promote the development of sites in assigned communities. Implements and monitors services based on the strategic and annual work plans.
Participates in the development of programs and services including grant and report writing.
Training and Support
Maintains program fidelity standards and guidelines for adult and childrens groups.
Provides on-going consultation training technical assistance and support for parent facilitators and childrens program workers across the state.
Supervises and trains volunteers interns and external agencies as group facilitators or child nurturers.
Provides training technical assistance and support on child maltreatment and related issues for community agencies as assigned.
Administration and Management
Manages assigned budget including tracking expenditures.
Conducts regular individual supervision with direct reports.
Monitors program files/data to ensure compliance with required standards (agency regulatory or accreditation).
Completes statistical reports as required.
Attends required staff and partner meetings training or conferences.
Community Engagement and Representation
Serves as a lead state agency partner representative during national affiliate meetings.
Oversees and assists the development and training of the Maryland Parent Leadership Team.
Provides direct intake resource and referral services to service participants via the agencys Parenting helpline.
EDUCATION:
Bachelors degree in behavioral sciences (Social Work Psychology Sociology Mental Health Nursing and Education)- Required
Masters degree in behavioral sciences (Social Work Psychology Sociology Counseling Human Services Family Studies and Education) preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Have at least 3 years experience working in Human Services/Social Work Non- Profit field preferred with at least 1-year supervisory experience.
One year working directly with families or children within the community or in group settings.
Experience managing volunteers and/or interns.
Program development/implementation experience
Experience working with volunteers from a variety of backgrounds including interns professionals donors and community members.
SKILLS:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of child development and parenting skills building
Microsoft Office Suite skills (including Publisher PowerPoint and Excel)
Exceptional organization skills
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Requires a valid drivers license and proof of car insurance coverage
Must work flexible hours including weekends and evenings for special programs/occasions.
Must be prepared to travel to various program sites and various communities
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
