Child and Youth Coordinator New Bachman Lake, Dallas, Texas, United States

Overview

Shine hope in the lives of the most vulnerable. Buckner is seeking a Child and Youth Coordinator for the Family Hope Center Program in Bachman Lake, Dallas, Texas. This is a Full-Time role with on-site, hybrid, or remote possibilities depending on location.

Each role at Buckner impacts the lives served and the hope given to positively impact our world.

Responsibilities

• Discuss the needs of children and youth with Family Coach and connect families with empowerment resources through networking with local agencies and church volunteers.
• Assist youth and children in accessing on-site programs and community referrals; accommodate varied levels of understanding of service expectations and eligibility.
• Develop and manage a system to coordinate on-site and off-site programs and facilitate communication among sponsors and collaborators.
• Support program enrollment, school enrollment, and other services to create leadership and development opportunities for children and youth.
• Build professional relationships with educational, living-skills, and child development programs; engage community and social service organizations to guide program development and implementation.
• Assess needs and concerns, research models, and recruit local programs addressing identified needs.
• Coordinate regular youth-focused events (e.g., sports camps, leadership activities, children camps, Vacation Bible Schools) and lead empowerment initiatives.
• Organize and coordinate a comprehensive children and youth program in collaboration with area schools.
• Maintain a master calendar for volunteer and campus activities and communicate opportunities to relevant staff.
• Coordinate the acquisition and distribution of in-kind donations and document donations following established procedures.

Qualifications

About Buckner

Since 1879 Buckner has transformed lives through hands-on ministry, serving vulnerable populations. Buckner is a faith-based, equal opportunity employer. Learn more at buckner.org.

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