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After school Wellness and Enrichment Coordinator

After school Wellness and Enrichment Coordinator

Springfield Public SchoolsSpringfield, MA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Afterschool Program Manager

GENERAL SUMMARY

The coordinator will recruit and guide students through the afterschool program. The duties include scheduling staff, activities, events and maintaining and reporting all required data per the grant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The above position is illustrative of the tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all -inclusive of every task or responsibility. The description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Springfield Public Schools and the employee and is subject to change by the Springfield Public Schools as the needs and requirements of the job change.

  • Collaboration with other schools for recruitment of students aged 13-18
  • Guides students through the afterschool intake assessment interview and process
  • Schedules wellness and enrichment activities after school, during February and April school vacations and a four- week summer program
  • Coordinates staff work schedule
  • Responsible for all required data collection per grant
  • Completes and maintains student registration, attendance and assessment records; and provides reports to Department of Public Health as required
  • Coordinates Professional Development for Afterschool staff
  • Attends all BSAS / DPH required meetings and PD opportunities
  • Coordinates with outside contractors and agencies to ensure attendance as needed.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred

or

5 or more years work experience with youth related to substance use and recovery

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

  • Ability to establish and maintain constructive and cooperative interpersonal relationships with staff, peers, supervisors, or managers in the work unit and other departments, as well as with staff of outside entities and other individuals, as applicable to the essential duties and responsibilities
  • Position requires some autonomy for decision-making and independent judgement
  • Strong facilitation skills; experience in developing and leading workshops and groups
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
  • Experience working with diverse urban families, students, and / or communities with an understanding of their unique needs
  • Ability to establish and maintain strong community collaborations and to build a team and work in fast-paced team environment.
  • Knowledge of Springfield Public School District.
  • Experience in a youth development model and experience working with diverse populations.
  • Ability to handle common inquires or complaints.
  • Ability to respond to questions for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to exercise good judgement and focus on detail as required by the job
  • Ability to use computer software and systems applicable to the position.
  • Ability to collect, organize, and interpret data and prepare accurate records
  • Ability to maintain well-organized materials, files, systems and tools.
  • Ability to adapt to changes in work situations and priorities.
  • Ability to reason / analyze; use logic to identify and resolve problems.
  • Ability to evaluate, organize, and summarize data and information.
  • Ability to establish and maintain constructive and cooperative interpersonal relationships with staff, peers, supervisors, or managers in the work unit and other departments, as well with staff or outside entities and other individuals, as applicable to the essential duties and responsibilities.

    • CORE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Skill in utilizing interpersonal skills to relate and interact with a diverse population
  • Skill in detail-oriented planning and able to set priorities, objectives, and meet deadlines
  • Ability to provide positive and effective customer service
  • Ability to work independently or as a member of a team
  • Ability to apply listening skills, work under pressure, address conflict and solve problems
  • Ability to exercise good judgment
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment, such as a computer keyboard, monitor, copies, scanners, and telephone
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and / or or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

    WORKING ENVIRONMENT

    This position requires employee be in an office or similar indoor environment.

    The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The list is not all-inclusive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    "If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!"

    About our District

    Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

    Join a team that Empowers Educators

    In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in "Grow our Own" and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

    If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at

    molina-figueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com.

    The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

    NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

    The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

    NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

    Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

    Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools' Title IX Coordinator, titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights at https : / / ocrcas.ed.gov / contact-ocr, or both.

    The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Katie O'Sullivan, Senior Administrator of Human Resources, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55428, titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com.

    Springfield Public School's sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com / non-discrimination

    To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com

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