Program Coordinator - Extended School Day Services

Job Description

Job Description

STATEMENT OF THE AGENCY
Commonpoint is a non-profit, multi-service agency with flagship sites in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst,
Jamaica, and Crotona (Bronx), with 80 additional sites throughout the community that provide a diverse array of
programs and services to over 85,000 individuals. The mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and
individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin,
gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that
facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs, and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad
range of social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.

STATEMENT OF THE POSITION
Within our framework of a holistic, strength-focused, and family-supported practice, an individual hired as Program
Coordinator of John Bowne High School in the High School and College Success division will report directly to the
Community School Director.

Education & Qualifications
● A master’s degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling is required.
● LMSW preferred, SIFI certification is a plus.
● At least three (3) years working with adolescents in an urban environment, providing group work and/or
counseling services that reduce barriers and facilitate educational success and social-emotional well-being.
● Availability for day field trips, overnight college trips, and weekend leadership retreats on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities
● Develop and implement innovative school day and after-school programming for John Bowne High School students.
● Ensure that all contractual obligations are met, including attendance requirements of 90 hours per student, per program year.
● Hire, screen, train, and supervise Social Work interns within the program.
● Attend all mandatory NYSED training, as requested.
● Coordinate and attend all site visits from regulatory agencies, funders, evaluators, and agency personnel.
● Observe and communicate with staff to provide consistent, ongoing supervision and guidance to ensure that staff uphold the policies set forth by Commonpoint and the New York State Education Department (NYSED).
● Ensure that all Commonpoint personnel files for staff and participants are current, including fingerprints, medicals, state clearance forms, credentials, and licenses, and submitted to Human Resources in a timely fashion.
● Ensure that all participant files are accurate and kept current with documents, case notes, interventions, and success planning, along with attendance requirements.
● Complete and maintain program data in tools provided by the funder (mid/end-year reports) and the agency (weekly dashboard).
● Recruit program participants and complete the enrollment process in a timely fashion.
● Conduct individual and group counseling with students identified by the school and through the program.
● Conduct ongoing (monthly) professional case conferences, schedule site-based training as well as staff meetings, with agendas and attendance sheets.
● Conduct regular visits to groups and activities running to provide participant / staff support and to keep track of engagement.
● Arrange twice-annual program evaluations with the firm selected by the organization.
● Develop innovative programming in alignment with the goals and outcomes designed for the program, including
enrichment components, recreation, and trips.
● Monitor expenditures (personnel, stipends, incentives, supplies, OTPS, petty cash) to stay within the budget set forth by the Senior Director. Must obtain the Director's prior approval before making any purchases.
● Provide workshops for students and families on financial aid and the college choice and application process to inform and to attain their support for a college option.
● Provide information on financial aid and planning, and assistance with FAFSA and scholarship applications, as well as applications to SEEK, EOP, HEOP, and College Discovery programs.
● Monitor and provide assistance with college choice, exploration, and completion of college applications in a timely manner.
● Participate in regular meetings with school-based and agency staff on college and career readiness.
● Participate in staff training and meetings, including school retreats, Division meetings, and professional development.
● Provide continued outreach and tracking to ensure positive outcomes for program participants upon graduation.

Job Details
● Salary: $57,500 - $60,000
● Hours: Full-Time
● Schedule: Monday - Friday
● Location: John Bowne High School
● Expected Start Date: August 2025

General Tasks of All Commonpoint Staff
● Promote and implement the Core Values of Commonpoint.
● Participation in all staff meetings and staff training seminars.
● Participation in agency-wide programs and program committees, as assigned.
● Active involvement, as a supervisee, in the supervision process.
● Support the mission of the Commonpoint.
● Other tasks appropriate to the Commonpoint staff, as assigned.

Commonpoint reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to
individuals with disabilities.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Nefertiti Francis at nfrancis@commonpoint.org.

Please indicate “Program Coordinator- John Bowne High School” in the subject line.

Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.