Youth Director - Chicago, United States - Unstacked Inc NP

Description

Youth Program Director

Position Summary

Unstacked Inc.

is a 501(c)(3) qualified nonprofit committed to combating violence, developing our youth, providing services for those released from incarceration, and providing advocacy and outreach services to struggling neighborhoods.

Role Overview

• Design, develop, and implement innovative youth programs tailored to the needs of our community.
• Recruit new participants for the program.
• Collaborate closely with the VP of Programming to strategize and implement developmentally appropriate classroom strategies and curriculum.
• Refer the youth to the case manager if personal, emotional, educational, mental, or family needs are identified.
• Participate actively within the team, adhering to team norms and modeling expected behavior.
• Provide the VP of Programming with accurate and timely updates regarding program operations and the wellbeing of youth.
• Represent the organization at various events as needed.
• Coordinate special events, including those outside of regular program hours.

Responsibilities:

Program Management

• As the Program Director, you will be responsible for managing the daytoday operations of the afterschool and summer programs, ensuring a safe, engaging, and productive environment for our youth. Your role is crucial in creating an environment where our students can learn, grow, and thrive.
• Develop appropriate curriculum.
• Ensure program activities align with organizational objectives.
• Maintain program documentation, including lesson plans and assessments.

Academic Monitoring and Social Support

• Support student academic progress and socialemotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with parents/guardians to support student learning.

Logistics and Facilities Management

• Coordinate transportation and facilities logistics to support program activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of program facilities.

Data Management and Reporting:

• Utilize appropriate systems for data management, including tracking attendance, maintaining records, and preparing reports on program metrics, achievement highlights, challenges, and areas of improvement.
• Implement data collection and analysis systems to measure program effectiveness.
• Ensure confidentiality of all program files.

Pay:
$38, $40,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Health insurance

Experience:

- youth development: 1 year (required)


Ability to Commute:

• Chicago, IL required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60619: Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location:
In person