What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Council Program Coordinator position at Delta Health Alliance?
SUMMARY: The Youth Council Program Coordinator will assist in the implementation, maintenance, and evaluation of the Youth Council program. The Youth Council program is designed to provide high school youth with the opportunity to make a difference by empowering youth, enhancing life and leadership skills, and enriching the community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of an associate’s degree, bachelor's degree preferred
- Preferred teaching or youth nonprofit experience in the Mississippi Delta.
- Must have a valid Mississippi Driver's License, proof of insurance, and must provide a personal vehicle to travel to community and school sites
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Youth Council program by instructing sessions and serving as the main point of contact.
- Develop plans, implement, and instruct the Youth Council sessions to empower and motivate students through personal development to increase academic achievement and involvement in their community.
- Plan events, trips, and speakers.
- Develop and implement detailed work plans describing tasks, timelines, and responsibilities, of all related activities and events.
- Assist in designing, planning, and implementing summer camps for older youth.
- Advise management to the status and progress of the programs including providing notification of programmatic issues.
- Assist internal staff and external partners on all programmatic issues.
- Serve as liaison with project partners.
- Represent Delta Health Alliance in collaborative community-wide activities while developing positive working relationships with local, state, and federal agencies as directed.
- Identify and cultivate positive working relationships with local schools, institutions of higher learning, community organizations, youth programs, and other applicable agencies through but not limited too regional, state, and national initiatives.
- Enter data on tracking and reporting systems in a timely manner.
- Work closely with evaluator and DHA staff on assessments and data collection tools.
- Facilitate meetings with DHA staff and partners to review progress, data, and program issues.
- Assist in the development of reports, extensions, budget revisions, and other federally required documents as needed.
- Research best practices from other youth leadership development programs, college preparation programs, and summer enrichment programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Competencies:
- Individual Accountability
- Applied Learning
- Basic Technology Usage
- Responsibilities
- Goals
Statement of Non-Inclusivity: This job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities that may be given to any employee. The duties and responsibilities outlined in this position may be added to or changed when deemed appropriate and necessary by the supervisor.
