Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Program Coordinator (PC) will oversee the daily operations of the PREIS evaluation program across multiple DCPS, charter school, and CBO sites. The PC implements, maintains, and tracks outcomes for the program. This includes site recruitment and outreach, facilitator performance, and data tracking. They will also work with internal and external partners to oversee implementation of the program, including LAYC’s Education department and the PREIS team (consisting of Child Trends, Equimundo, and LAYC). Child Trends, Equimundo, and the Latin-American Youth Center (LAYC) received federal funding through the Personal Responsibility Education Innovative Strategies (PREIS) program to implement and evaluate the Many Ways of Being (MWB) sexual health program with youth of all gender identities ages 15-19 in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia (DMV) area.

JOIN US AND SUPPORT YOUTH TO LIVE, WORK, AND STUDY WITH DIGNITY, HOPE, AND JOY!

LAYC/MMYC is an organization that makes a difference in our community. We invite you to join our talented staff and become a part of an organization that is known for its commitment to excellence, mission, and respect for youth. We value diversity as a strength, with 85% of our staff identifying as people of color. We prioritize recruiting and supporting staff who have shared life experiences as our youth.

LAYC/MMYC’s mission is to empower a diverse population of youth to achieve a successful transition to adulthood, through multicultural, comprehensive, and innovative programs that address youths' social, academic, and career needs. To achieve that mission, LAYC/MMYC provides services and opportunities to approximately 5,000 individuals annually to support academic achievement, promote healthy behaviors, and guide youth toward successful adulthood. LAYC/MMYC also conducts advocacy and public policy work to broaden opportunities for youth.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

In addition to a friendly work environment, we are pleased to offer the following benefits to our employees.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with prescription coverage.
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability and supplemental life insurance
• Matching 401(k) program beginning at hire
• 3 weeks paid vacation leave per year, increasing to 4 weeks with tenure, 12 days (upfront) paid sick leave per year, 12 paid holidays per year.
• Eight weeks paid parental leave, including adoption and foster care.
• Health club discounts
• One to two days per week of telework for most positions (eligible after first 60 days).
• Education Assistance

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Child Trends’ team in focus group implementation.
• Coordinate implementation of both the control group, currently the Passport to Success curriculum by International Youth Foundation (IYF), and the intervention group, the Many Ways of Being curricula by Equimundo.

• In Year 3, a total of 360 students will need to complete the program Oversee program facilitators and provide support, including but not limited to coordinating facilitator training, coordinating regular facilitator meetings, and recruiting and supervising PREIS interns and volunteers, including PREIS Youth Ambassadors.
• Develop and maintain clear processes, protocols, and expectations for the PREIS team.

• Meet regularly with the manager to ensure that program numbers and outcomes are being met.
• Schedule regular one-on-one meetings with team members to discuss any challenges they may be facing and to ensure that they are on track to meet their goals.
• Ensure that data is entered into ETO data system and provided to Child Trends as needed.
• Maintain the PREIS budget. Work with the Program Manager to create a budget narrative and to establish and maintain the budget.
• Coordinate the completion of the Monthly report with the team.
• Maintain good rapport with external partners on this project and attend external meetings with PREIS team as the LAYC representative.
• Secure partnerships to ensure cohorts are guaranteed for implementation (per semester, 5-6 cohorts are needed).
• Develop and implement strategies to support all facilitators in successful recruitment and retention of youth, including facilitator ownership of site partnerships.
• Meet with Youth Engagement and Retention Specialist to discuss team's implementation and retention strategies.
• Schedule 9-month follow-ups with each site as requested by ChildTrends. Assist the team in reaching out to the youth to facilitate the 9-month follow-up process.
• The PC will also work regularly with the Testing and Outreach Specialist to conduct outreach testing at PREIS sites.
• Become HIV, STI, and Pregnancy Testing certified.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years of youth development experience; school-based experience is a plus.
• Experience working with youth in a group educational setting; background in conducting participatory learning programs a plus.
• Bilingual or fluent/proficient: English and Spanish required.
• Knowledge/background in sexual health and comfort in talking about sex and reproduction. 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Possess strong organizational and planning skills to effectively implement and coordinate events.
• Knowledge of community and local resources.
• Flexible schedule, including occasional evenings for school events.
• Ability to work well and communicate with culturally diverse populations.
• Complete criminal and child abuse/neglect clearances.
• Flexible, energetic, positive individual with commitment to youth development in a high quality, respectful environment.
• LAYC/MMYC requires the COVID-19 vaccine of all its employees. You will be asked to provide proof of vaccination at the time of your interview and at your onboarding .

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

LAYC/MMYC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities without regard to age, race, color, pregnancy, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or status within any other protected group.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

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