Program Manager
Columbus, OH - USA
Job Summary
The Program Manager Leadership Academies leads EPIC Youths community-based programs for middle and high school students ensuring high-quality leadership development mentorship and professional readiness experiences. This role oversees program delivery supports youth engagement and uses data and feedback to drive consistent outcomes across academy cohorts.
Pay range: $48k - $52k; depending on experience and knowledge.
Responsibilities of the position include:
- Lead the planning delivery and refinement of Leadership Academy programming in alignment with EPIC Youth standards.
- Ensure leadership mentorship and skill-building are embedded in every session.
- Maintain high facilitation standards session structure and youth engagement.
- Conduct quality checks to ensure curriculum fidelity and effective delivery.
- Facilitate leadership development sessions and mentor youth through consistent relationship-based engagement.
- Model strong public speaking communication and leadership skills for both youth and staff.
- Support youth in goal setting self-awareness and leadership identity development.
- Address behavioral and social-emotional needs using PBIS-aligned and trauma-informed practices.
- Ensure all tools and resources are accessible and available for staff to implement programs.
Monitor attendance participation and leadership growth indicators.
- Ensure accurate data collection documentation and reporting.
- Use data and youth feedback to inform continuous program improvement.
- Build relationships with families to support youth accountability and engagement.
- Connect youth and families to relevant community resources as needed.
- Represent EPIC Youth professionally in community settings and events related to Leadership Academies.
Requirements of this position include:
- Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent experience in youth development education social services mentoring or nonprofit programming.
- Minimum 3 years of experience leading youth leadership mentoring or enrichment programs; required.
- Demonstrated experience facilitating group programs and mentoring youth; required.
- Strong knowledge of positive youth development strategies and best practices for educating mentoring and supporting boys and adolescent males; required.
- Strong facilitation public speaking and communication skills; required.
- Ability to use data feedback and program outcomes to inform continuous improvement; required.
- Experience building relationships with families schools and community partners; required.
About EPIC YOUTH
EPIC Youth is a mentoring and empowerment organization dedicated to equipping young people with theleadership academic and professional skillsthey need to succeed. Throughmentorship hands-on learning experiences and dynamic programs we empower students to build confidence develop strong character and prepare for their future careers.
Our work began with two coregender-focused initiativesEryn PiNK Girl EmpowermentandMen of ICEwhich provide tailored leadership and personal development programs designed specifically for girls and boys. Now have expanded toleadership academies in-school programs and mentorship initiativeswith structured pathways for self-discovery teamwork and critical thinking. At EPIC Youth we believe thatevery student deserves access to transformative experiences and a supportive community. By providing safe spaces and meaningful opportunities we ensure that young people are not just prepared for lifebutinspired to lead in it.
OUR EPIC VISION: At EPIC Youth our vision is to create a dynamic inclusive and transformative ecosystem where young people are equipped with the skills confidence and support needed to thrive inschool career and life.
EPIC Youth Core Values: AtEPIC Youth our values guide our mission to equip young people with the confidence skills and opportunities to lead purposeful lives.
Empowerment:We provide the tools mentorship and support young people need to discover their strengths build confidence and take control of their futures.
Purpose:We help youth uncover their passions and define their path encouraging them to live with intention and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
Innovation: We embrace creativity forward-thinking solutions and real-world learning experiences that prepare students for success in an ever-evolving world.
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