Amigos Program Coordinator
Amigos Program Coordinator
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
Position Title: Program Coordinator
Program: Amigos
Reports to: Mentoring Director
Status: Full-time (35 hours/week) Non-Exempt HYBRID in-person/remote work schedule
Position Summary
Family Services of the Merrimack Valley (FSMV) is seeking a full-time Program Coordinator for its Amigos Mentoring Program funded by the EOHHS Strong Communities Initiative Grant which supports community-based violence prevention and intervention programs that promote equitable access to protective factors. Amigos Mentoring provides positive adult role models who form consistent and positive relationships with youth boosting protective factors meant to reduce the likelihood of gun and community violence. This program provides bi-weekly group mentoring monthly one-on-one mentoring and case management to 14 middle school youth (ages 1114) from Lawrence who are at risk of involvement in violence.
The Program Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of the program including monthly match support calls to parents/guardians outreach activities recruitment and enrollment of program participants as well as other program logistics. This position also supports data collection and reporting as well as compliance efforts and ensures high-quality equitable services that create meaningful impact on the lives of young people and their families.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Coordinate and oversee all operations of the Amigos Mentoring Program.
- Recruit and enroll youth into the program; maintaining a waitlist.
- Facilitate the matching process between youth and staff mentors.
- Conduct monthly match support calls with parents/guardians provide referrals to community resources and document outcomes.
- Plan and manage all logistics including transportation meals supply orders and scheduling.
- Organize and support all program related activities.
- Monitor program expenditures maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality.
- Coordinate data collection and reporting using appropriate evaluation and reporting tools.
- Engage in ongoing community outreach and build partnerships with stakeholders.
- Support adherence to grant requirements and alignment with the Elements of Effective Practice for Mentoring.
- Collaborate with the Mentoring Director and staff to ensure successful program delivery and a positive team environment.
- Participate in ongoing professional development training.
- Other duties as assigned or requested.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree in human services or a related field or 5 years of equivalent experience.
- Background in mentoring youth development or similar areas.
- Highly organized energetic and driven to produce meaningful outcomes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable with public speaking.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint SharePoint).
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency in both written and spoken communication required.
- Willingness to work 12 evenings per week and occasional Saturdays.
- Experience working with diverse populations including Latinx and LGBTQIA communities preferred.
- Valid drivers license and access to reliable transportation.
ABOUT FAMILY SERVICES OF THE MERRIMACK VALLEY
FSMV is a non-profit social service organization located in Lawrence MA. The organization helps more than 7000 people in the Merrimack Valley each year through 20 programs focused on youth development parent education and emotional health. All of its services are infused with a sense of hope and possibility and enable individuals to thrive in their family community workplace and school. For more information please visit . FSMV is an equal opportunity employer.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- This is a full-time 35 hours per week flexible position
- Pay range from $22 - $24 per hour commensurate upon education and/or experience.
- FSMV offers an excellent benefit package including a flexible and supportive work environment competitive Blue Cross/Blue Shield health and dental insurances fully paid life and long-term disability insurances optional voluntary life insurance along with training and professional development opportunities.
- FSMV also offers a generous time off policy for employees working 30 hours or more per week including 4 paid weeks of Earned Time Off as well as 13 paid holidays per year!
- An amazing opportunity to work with and learn from a team of dedicated passionate individuals in a diverse environment that serves children youth and adults.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to:
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
