Program Director

STATEMENT OF THE AGENCY 

Commonpoint Queens is a non-profit, multi-service agency with flagship sites in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst and over 50 additional sites throughout the community that provides a diverse array of programs and services to over 35,000 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. 

Program Director 

Full-Time Position 

STATEMENT OF THE POSITION 

Within our framework of holistic, strength-focused, and family-supported practice, an individual hired as the Program Director in the Youth Education Services division will report directly to the Senior Director of Youth Education Services. 

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

• Overall supervision of DYCD Elementary and Middle school programs @ PS 169/Bell Academy. 
• Develop innovative programming in alignment with each grade level’s school day learning, as well as provide enhancements and enrichment components to support all students as individuals. Program should include academic assistance and age-appropriate recreational and social activities. 
• Hire, screen, train, and supervise after-school program staff, including but not limited to DOE personnel, college/high school students and volunteers. 
• Ensure that all Commonpoint Queens personnel files are current and meet DOH expectations, including but not limited to fingerprints, current medicals, state clearance forms and credentials or licenses. 
• Observe and communicate with staff to provide consistent, ongoing supervision and guidance to ensure that staff uphold the policies set forth by Commonpoint Queens, the Department of Health (DOH) and DYCD.
• Collaborate with school Principal and day school staff, including but not limited to teachers, members of the school-based support team, school nurse, custodial staff, kitchen staff, school leadership team and PTA. 
• Coordinate evening and weekend parent engagement programs as needed, as well as outreach to community partners. Plan and implement community events. 
• Complete and track required training hours for self and staff as outlined under DOH guidelines. 
• Provide students and their families with feedback regarding their development in the program and help them to receive appropriate academic, emotional and social resources. 
• Attend agency “Youth Team” meetings, and other agency meetings, including but not limited to Program Director’s meetings, safety meetings, CPR/First Aid training, training opportunities, etc... 
• Attend and participate in the planning of at least 2 agency community events (example: Youth Showcase, Fall Festival, Winter Festival and Spring Festival) 
• Prepare and evaluate mid-year performance reviews of program staff work with program staff to improve job performance through ongoing mentoring and coaching, and monthly staff development 
• Monitor expenditures (personnel, supplies, OTPS, petty cash) to stay within the budget set forth by the Contracts Manager. Obtain immediate supervisory approval before making program purchases. 
• Create a budget plan that supports program needs and ensure timely spending 
• Perform long-range strategic planning to develop new and innovative programs to maintain flexibility with changing funding streams and guidelines. 
• Supervise the completion, collection, and submission of data and reports to DYCD (Department of Youth and Community Development as required under contract agreement) 
• Compose and submit the after-school and summer program work scopes to DYCD in a timely manner 
• Ensure that adequate supplies and equipment are kept safe and available for programmatic needs 
• Form connections with other Directors within the agency to gather support and information.
• Coordinate Summer Rising/Camp component, including but not limited to staff hiring, orientation, program development, scheduling, parent contact, staff evaluation and maintaining DOH compliance. 
• Take on other assignments as per the changing needs of Commonpoint Queens.
  

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's Degree in, Education, or other equivalent field 
• At least three (3) years working with youth or adolescents in an urban environment providing services that reduce barriers, and facilitate educational success and social-emotional well-being. 
• Candidates must possess excellent interpersonal, public speaking, writing, organization, problem-solving, and management skills. Successful candidates will possess the ability to work collaboratively, demonstrate professional presence, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse staff and clientele. 
• Ability to effectively balance and manage multiple projects with competing priorities. 
•  Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and G-Suite; use of internet required in online reporting systems for data entry. 
• Ability to travel to multiple locations.