Program Coordinator - Houston, United States - Genesys Works

Genesys Works

Verified Company

Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Position:
Program Coordinator

Locations:
Houston

Employment type:
Full-time | Salaried | Exempt

Reports to:
Program Manager

Genesys Works is looking for enthusiastic individuals who can lead, motivate, supervise and mentor youth in a manner that helps transform promising high school students into workforce-ready young professionals.

Qualified individuals will also have the confidence, along with professional and organizational skills, to manage and build relationships with the corporate clients who employ our students.

The Program Coordinator is responsible for implementing the Genesys Works core model with students and managing supporting relationships with student's supervisors and school representatives.

The ideal Program Coordinator demonstrates heart, humor and a commitment to our youth development mission.

Mission

Genesys Works is a nonprofit organization that trains and employs high school seniors to perform professional services for major corporations.

Our mission is to provide pathways to career success for high school students in underserved communities through skills training, meaningful work experiences, and impactful relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Work oneonone with students to develop trusting relationships through mentoring and coaching throughout the program, facilitating longterm individual and program success;
Develop and manage relationships with corporate client supervisors and school administrators related to cohort of interns to ensure delivery of exceptional service and that any client or student issues in the workplace are dealt with quickly and effectively;
Teach professional skills curriculum to students during eightweek summer training program;
Monitor summer training performance and provide input on internship readiness;
Maintain metrics and student benchmarks throughout the program to measure and assure student success in training, in the workplace, and in developing a path to college and career success;
Actively monitor student intern performance in the workplace and deliver student feedback based on overall performance;
Coach interns on how to successfully balance school, work, and life during internship;
Recruit, interview, and select students through visits to partner schools and presentation;
Support Executive Director in maintaining relationships with companies over time and leveraging those relationships for internship position renewal and growth;
Opportunities to assist with initiatives in areas including, but not limited to, communications, fundraising, partner recruitment, curriculum development, student recruitment, and alumni programming.

Qualifications

Effective oral and written communication skills;
Professional demeanor with at least 3+ years' professional work experience in business, education, or workforce development, including demonstrated experience working with youth in underserved communities;
Strong presence and leadership in instructional or group setting;
Ability to manage a cohort of up to 30 students;
Ability to work independently while simultaneously maintaining a team focus;
Strong sense of accountability for both student achievement and personal development;
Ability to problemsolve and manage complex student situations;
Ability to relate to and work with diverse populations in a variety of settings;
Technically proficient with computers and databases;
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and occasional weekends;
Must pass a criminal background check;
Fouryear college degree required, all majors considered.

Core Competencies
By fulfilling these core competencies, the program coordinator serves as a role model for students and staff.
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Action-Oriented:Enjoys working hard; is action-oriented and full of energy for the things s/he sees as challenging; not fearful of acting; seizes more opportunities than others.
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Caring about direct reports (i.e.

students):

Interested in the work and non-work lives of direct reports; asks about their plans, problems, and desires; knows about their concerns and questions; is available for listening to personal problems; monitors workloads and appreciates extra effort.

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Composure: Remains cool and calm under pressure; does not become easily defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered professionally mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; appropriately manages stress; doesn't show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.
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Dealing w/Ambiguity: Effectively copes with change; can comfortably shift gears; when necessary, can decide and act without having the total picture; handles risk and uncertainty with ease.
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Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people up, down, and sideways, both internal and external to the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses d