Job Description
Job Description
Title of Position: SONYC Site Supervisor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Youth & Recreation Services
Reports to: Director of Youth & Recreation Services
Positions reporting to this position: Activity Specialists
Purpose of the Position:
The School’s Out New York City (SONYC) Site Supervisor plans, develops and implements educational/recreational activities designed to stimulate interest and engage homeless middle school youth residing at Junius/Liberty Family Residences visualize a brighter future. Schools Out of New York City (SONYC) offers NYC adolescents a healthy, safe, and nurturing educational environment during their after-school hours and summer vacations. This program provides a variety of services for participants.
Salary: $27.15/ hr
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement the after-school program, which includes recruitment, scheduling, evaluation and recordkeeping.
- Ensure compliance with Department of Youth and Community Development operating requirements and uphold Win organizational standards.
- Attend Win staff meetings and NYC school wide project meetings as needed.
- Apply knowledge and understanding of working with high-risk families and children.
- Develop of the curricula and activities designed specifically to address the needs of each family and child.
- Establish advocacy networks with specialized resources in youth services.
- Ensure referrals for sources are used consistently by Recreation/SONYC staff.
- Coordinate programs with other existing Community Based Organizations and sub-contracting partnerships.
- Oversee all daily operations of the after-school program.
- Work evening, weekends, and holidays when NYC schools are closed.
- Identify challenges and gaps in the program and address the identified issues.
- Monitor and ensure all required certifications and trainings are maintained current by all staff.
- Monitor and ensure all trend data for youth services are submitted.
- Analyze trends to ensure that programming meets the needs of the client population.
- Prepare mandated reports.
- Work with consultants and supervisors to develop staff training.
- Complete performance evaluations.
- Maintain all records required for the after-school program and remain audit ready at all times.
- Develop strategies and best practices to increase program awareness, maintain average daily attendance, and enrollment standards.
- Monitor and ensure all children are served healthy meals and snacks.
- Monitor compliance with Child and Adult Family Program (CACFP) requirements.
- Collaborate with Client Care Coordinators and other assigned staff to ensure the needs of children are addressed.
- Commit to using Evidence Based Practices (EBP) to support children enrolled in after school services.
Essential Functions:
- Must be able to ascend/descend stairs in the assigned building.
- Must escort children to activities in the Win van and public transportation if necessary.
Qualifications:
- Commitment to Win’s mission, vision, and values.
- BA in Education or related filed required.
- Five (5) years of experience working with youth of various ages.
- Supervisor experience required.
- Demonstrated experience working with at-risk or homeless families.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Microsoft Office skills required.
- Bilingual – English/Spanish a plus.
Core Competencies:
- Leading Others: Conducts informative, effective meetings with staff and communicates critical information clearly. Leads by example, doesn’t stay behind the desk; stays visible to staff and clients.
- Facilitating Change: Inspires and motivates others to achieve outstanding client outcomes. Assists in overcoming resistance to change. Anticipates challenges and manages consequences.
- Managing Performance: Participates actively in team meetings and communicates clients’ needs. Monitors performance against predetermined standards set by Win and funders. Shares constructive feedback, quickly and adjusts to new demands. Holds self and staff accountable for performing at high standards. Uses positive reinforcement to convey confidence in employees.
- Applying and Developing Expertise: Understands and upholds all policies and procedures described in Win’s Employee Handbook. Uses EBP practices consistently and effectively. Takes client issues to the appropriate people within the organization to obtain the most accurate information to meet the clients’ needs.
- Communicating and Collaborating: Values the full spectrum of diversity and inclusion for clients and staff. Communicates effectively verbally and in writing. Fosters open communication to and from the Assistant Vice President and supervisor.
WIN’S DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION HIRING COMMITMENT
Our most effective service to our community comes from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experience. As a result, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. Win actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.