MFS CASH Oregon ยท 1 day ago
SUN SITE MANAGER - ALDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expMetropolitan Family Service is a community-focused organization dedicated to building and sustaining dynamic programs. They are seeking a Program Coordinator (SUN Site Manager) to oversee day-to-day operations and develop core services for the Alder Elementary SUN Community School, ensuring a culturally responsive approach to meet the needs of students and families.
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Responsibilities
In collaboration with school administration, staff, advisory committees, families and grant partners, the Program Coordinator will develop core services to address the academic, enrichment, recreation, leadership, and social service needs of students and their families. The services must be developed to meet the needs of a culturally diverse school
Oversee all aspects of extended day activities - aligning services of community partners, school-led activities and MFS activities into one comprehensive model
Recruit, hire, train and supervise a diverse group of staff and volunteers, provide leadership and create a sense of team
Survey and assess community need and strengths
Develop and maintain strong and positive relationships with school administration, staff, students, families, and community partners
Recruit and coordinate appropriate local community providers to offer their services on site and maintain those relationships with strong communication and follow-through
Craft and uphold partner agreements and memorandums of understanding with community organizations
Coordinate the implementation of family involvement and adult education opportunities that engage a diverse group of parents, guardians and community members in the school
Conduct outreach to students and families to inform them of available resources and events and to recruit program participants
Provide information and assist with linkages to broader community and social service resources
Role model positive behavior and create strong connections with individual students
Support healthy student transitions into and out of the school, including summer programs
Meet regularly with the Family Leadership Team, school Principal, staff, and Community Partners
Stay closely connected with the school staff to best support student and family needs. Facilitate relationships between community partners and school staff
Perform administrative tasks, including organizing and facilitating meetings, developing and coordinating the advisory council, drafting an annual work plan and budget, compiling and disseminating program and MFS information, data collection and writing and submitting required progress reports
Supervise full time AmeriCorps member on site
Provide leadership and development opportunities for a team of temporary staff, including coordinating recruitment, hiring, training and supervision of Activity Leaders and volunteers
Attend regular supervision meetings with MFS Program Manager
Actively participate in all agency and program meetings, trainings and retreats
Work directly with MFS Human Resources Department regarding hiring, employee performance and employee relations issues
Organize, submit and maintain personnel records and documentation as required
Provide data and written reports as required
Effectively and consistently market the organization, communicating about MFS and its programs in a way that is both compelling and on message. Follow marketing guidelines in place when communicating with staff, volunteers, clients, partners, and potential supporters
Comply with Metropolitan Family Service policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
Qualification
Required
Minimum of two years of experience in program development and administration
Knowledgeable about youth development (theory and practice)
Experience in developing and managing budgets
Advanced knowledge and competency to operate a personal computer. Advanced competency in using Word, Excel and various database programs
Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Possesses excellent time management and organizational skills
Possesses excellent classroom and behavior management skills
Ability to effectively manage and maintain confidential and sensitive information
Ability to recognize and manage critical incidents within program and/mandatory reporting regulations and responsibilities
Ability and commitment to continuous quality improvements and innovation of programs
Experience and thorough understanding of effective communication and supervision skills
Effective understanding of employment laws, rules and regulations
Ability to provide necessary information in a timely manner to staff and volunteers
Ability to set quality standards for programming and ensure adherence to standards
Abilities and experience in development and supervision of academic enrichment and/or recreational programs
Demonstrates continued accountability for effective, timely and consistent supervision of staff and volunteers
Minimum of two years of experience in program development
Experience in managing budgets
Experience in effective supervision of staff and volunteers
General understanding of employment laws, rules and regulations
Experience in developing and supervision of academic enrichment and/or recreational programs
Experience with elementary school students
Experience working in a public-school setting
Experience working in collaboration with a variety of agencies and programs
Ability to work independently and to collaborate with other MFS Program Coordinators
Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals and groups
Minimum of a BA or BS in public service, recreation or human services related field; MSW or MA preferred; or equivalent, related experience
Personal transportation allowing for travel within the Portland Metropolitan area in a timely manner. If driving a personal vehicle must maintain a valid driver license for the state of residency, personal auto liability insurance coverage and a driving record permitting coverage under the agency auto liability policy
MFS requires all employees and volunteers to complete a criminal background check
Preferred
Ability to communicate effectively in English and in Spanish (read, write and speak) is strongly preferred
Experience working in school based academic enrichment, recreation or social services programming is preferred
Fluency and ability to communicate effectively in languages in addition to English is strongly preferred
Company
MFS CASH Oregon
CASH (Creating Assets, Savings and Hope) Oregon is a program of Metropolitan Family Service committed to improving the financial health of low income working families and individuals.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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