High School and Post Secondary Coordinator

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: High School and Post Secondary Coordinator
Reports to: Director of High School and Postsecondary Programs
FLSA Code: Full time Exempt with benefits
Hours: 40-hour workweek; occasional weekends and evening hours as needed
Program Area: Breakthrough Youth Network (BYN)
Location: FamilyPlex 3219 W. Carroll Chicago IL 60624

POSITION SUMMARY
Demonstrating the mission and vision of Breakthrough Urban Ministries the High School Coordinator will work with the Director of High School and Post-Secondary Programs to provide high quality services and programs to local high school students (ages 14-18).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS

Host High School Hangout Outreach Night
Plan and host weekly skill building programs for high school teens
Manage teen employment programs along with the director
Coordinate year-round group mentoring groups for middle school and high school students
Create and/or source culturally relevant curriculum for group mentoring program.
Recruit students for high school programming.
Work with the Volunteer Engagement team to recruit and train volunteers
Coordinate youth stipends for participation
Collaborate with the team to help facilitate and host mentoring initiatives and programs
Collaborate with arts tech and sports programs to provide services for high school youth
Collaborate with the Behavioral Health team to refer students and families in crisis
Participate in special events pertaining to high school students and the agency at large
Provide support services opportunities for transitions between middle and high school as well as high school to post-secondary
Support college and career students as they transition into adulthood with ongoing relational support care packages check-ins etc.
Create learning and development opportunities for youth ages 13 24
Collaborate with partner organizations to enhance high school and post-secondary opportunities
Monitor and provide support to college scholarship recipients
Conduct college visits and facilitate college exposure opportunities for high school students
Support middle school youth families and program staff to provide input and direction for the next phase of life
Participates daily in the Nettie Bailey Student Achievement Program (K-8th after school program) including team meetings classroom/event oversight lesson planning instruction student engagement and interventions
Performs other duties and tasks assigned

Demonstrated Values

Independently follows agency policy and procedures
Follows through with commitments including meeting established timelines
Identifies and resolves difficult issues
Project a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring proper grooming
Promote customer care through all actions and behaviors
Works effectively with diverse staff communities and population served
Maintain a high degree of sensitivity tact and diplomacy during stressful situations.
A passion for the mission of Breakthrough

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of two years of experience in education social work ministry or another human services field is preferred
Minimum of 2 years of experience with urban teens is required
Demonstrates comfort and skill using basic computer software such as Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook as well as other Windows based programs

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of trauma informed programming
Knowledge of urban issues regarding youth and families
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills professionalism and problem-solving skills.
Promote client care through all actions and behaviors
Project a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring correct grooming.
Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow-through and be comfortable working in a changing environment
Demonstrate a willingness to consistently improve work performance through relationships and guidance
Must possess an accurate and informed understanding of cultural and urban realities especially as related to youth families poverty and community development.

SUPERVISION

Supervises high school employees
Direction received from the Director of High School and Postsecondary Programs

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job the employee will work in an office located in a multi-purpose facility and/or outdoors and thus will be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be high depending on the activities in the facility.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk and/or sit; use hands and fingers to feel objects tools or controls reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; regularly talk or hear. The employee must be able to bend stoop pull lift as well as have overhead extension of arms. Must be able to stand for long periods of time; be able to lift carry or move at least 50 pounds. Must adhere to proper handling and lifting techniques. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Safety Requirements
Prior to the first day of work must complete a criminal background and sex offender clearance

Equipment Used
The employee will generally use general office equipment including but not limited to telephone computer calculator copier overhead projector paper shredder paper cutter and filing systems.

BENEFITS

Medical -We offer group medical benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. You have the option of choosing between a PPO or HMO plans. Depending on the plan chosen there may be no cost for an employee single coverage. There is a cost per pay period for coverage for family (i.e. employee plus spouse; employee plus child(ren) or employee plus spouse and child(ren).
Dental We offer group dental benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. You have the option of choosing between a PPO or HMO. This is an employee paid benefit.
Vision - We offer group vision benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. This is an employee paid benefit.
Life - Through UnitedHealthcare we offer full-time employees term life insurance to the employees family in case of death. The cost of this benefit is paid fully by the organization.
Short and long-term disability -If you become disabled UnitedHealthcare provides both short-term and long-term disability insurance to full-time employees. The cost of this benefit is paid fully by the organization.
401 (k) Plan -We offer a 401(k) plan which is a tax-deferred annuity to assist full-time employees in planning for retirement. We match 50% of your contribution up to a total of 3% of your base salary.
Section 125 Plan (FSA)-Through TASC we allow full-time employees to make contributions toward premiums for medical insurance out-of-pocket medical expenses dependent care expenses and/or transit and parking on a before tax rather than an after tax basis.
Vacation Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible to accrue vacation days at a rate of 6.67 13.33 days per month based on tenure with the organization.
Personal Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible for up to 3 personal days annually pro-rated in year one.
Sick Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible for up to 10 sick days annually pro-rated in year one.

COMPENSATION

$50000 annually

Required Experience:

Job Title: High School and Post Secondary CoordinatorReports to: Director of High School and Postsecondary ProgramsFLSA Code: Full time Exempt with benefitsHours: 40-hour workweek; occasional weekends and evening hours as neededProgram Area: Breakthrough Youth Network (BYN)Location: FamilyPlex 3219 ...

Host High School Hangout Outreach Night
Plan and host weekly skill building programs for high school teens
Manage teen employment programs along with the director
Coordinate year-round group mentoring groups for middle school and high school students
Create and/or source culturally relevant curriculum for group mentoring program.
Recruit students for high school programming.
Work with the Volunteer Engagement team to recruit and train volunteers
Coordinate youth stipends for participation
Collaborate with the team to help facilitate and host mentoring initiatives and programs
Collaborate with arts tech and sports programs to provide services for high school youth
Collaborate with the Behavioral Health team to refer students and families in crisis
Participate in special events pertaining to high school students and the agency at large
Provide support services opportunities for transitions between middle and high school as well as high school to post-secondary
Support college and career students as they transition into adulthood with ongoing relational support care packages check-ins etc.
Create learning and development opportunities for youth ages 13 24
Collaborate with partner organizations to enhance high school and post-secondary opportunities
Monitor and provide support to college scholarship recipients
Conduct college visits and facilitate college exposure opportunities for high school students
Support middle school youth families and program staff to provide input and direction for the next phase of life
Participates daily in the Nettie Bailey Student Achievement Program (K-8th after school program) including team meetings classroom/event oversight lesson planning instruction student engagement and interventions
Performs other duties and tasks assigned

Demonstrated Values

Independently follows agency policy and procedures
Follows through with commitments including meeting established timelines
Identifies and resolves difficult issues
Project a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring proper grooming
Promote customer care through all actions and behaviors
Works effectively with diverse staff communities and population served
Maintain a high degree of sensitivity tact and diplomacy during stressful situations.
A passion for the mission of Breakthrough

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of two years of experience in education social work ministry or another human services field is preferred
Minimum of 2 years of experience with urban teens is required
Demonstrates comfort and skill using basic computer software such as Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook as well as other Windows based programs

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of trauma informed programming
Knowledge of urban issues regarding youth and families
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills professionalism and problem-solving skills.
Promote client care through all actions and behaviors
Project a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring correct grooming.
Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow-through and be comfortable working in a changing environment
Demonstrate a willingness to consistently improve work performance through relationships and guidance
Must possess an accurate and informed understanding of cultural and urban realities especially as related to youth families poverty and community development.

SUPERVISION

Supervises high school employees
Direction received from the Director of High School and Postsecondary Programs

Safety Requirements
Prior to the first day of work must complete a criminal background and sex offender clearance

Medical -We offer group medical benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. You have the option of choosing between a PPO or HMO plans. Depending on the plan chosen there may be no cost for an employee single coverage. There is a cost per pay period for coverage for family (i.e. employee plus spouse; employee plus child(ren) or employee plus spouse and child(ren).
Dental We offer group dental benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. You have the option of choosing between a PPO or HMO. This is an employee paid benefit.
Vision - We offer group vision benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. This is an employee paid benefit.
Life - Through UnitedHealthcare we offer full-time employees term life insurance to the employees family in case of death. The cost of this benefit is paid fully by the organization.
Short and long-term disability -If you become disabled UnitedHealthcare provides both short-term and long-term disability insurance to full-time employees. The cost of this benefit is paid fully by the organization.
401 (k) Plan -We offer a 401(k) plan which is a tax-deferred annuity to assist full-time employees in planning for retirement. We match 50% of your contribution up to a total of 3% of your base salary.
Section 125 Plan (FSA)-Through TASC we allow full-time employees to make contributions toward premiums for medical insurance out-of-pocket medical expenses dependent care expenses and/or transit and parking on a before tax rather than an after tax basis.
Vacation Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible to accrue vacation days at a rate of 6.67 13.33 days per month based on tenure with the organization.
Personal Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible for up to 3 personal days annually pro-rated in year one.
Sick Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible for up to 10 sick days annually pro-rated in year one.