Classification: Nonexempt

Reports to: Programs Director

Days: Up to 40 Hours, Schedule will vary between Monday & Saturday

Location: 158 East 115th Street, Suite 144, New York, NY 10029 (Will involve working at Jefferson or Washington Houses in East Harlem)

Public Transportation: 6 train to 116th Street or M116 to Third Avenue

Pay: $25/hour

Anticipated Start: Fall 2024

Position Purpose:

Concrete Safaris’ Outdoor Leadership Academy - Youth (OLA-Youth) Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting youth participants of programs, services, and activities with program design, cohort placement, trainings, referrals, evaluations, resources, and supports. The Program Coordinator will coordinate enrollment, orientation, workshops, and other duties as assigned. Must be committed to supporting youth in the great outdoors of East Harlem and beyond.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Assist in the supervision and organization of youth program participants in order to meet the intended participant outcomes with the success of positive and innovative service delivery, and refer them for wrap-around services as needed. Act as liaison to youth once they are placed in internship cohorts, answering basic program questions. Lead youth meetings and workshops multiple times per week. Assist with assigning work and meeting with cohorts in-person, and through zoom and google classroom. Keep records of youth participant and assignment completion online, and assist with youth payroll. Monitor, review, and evaluate program activities and incident reports within the mission and outcomes. Participate in program trainings and meetings as needed.

2. Proactively contribute to public awareness of programs and events at Concrete Safaris through social media, e-mail, e-newsletters, and participant messaging systems.

3. Be a role model to participants and staff in your attitude and behavior. Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures. Set a good example to participants and others in regard to general participant procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and citizenship.

4. Serve as a programming liaison between participants, their guardians, and the general public. Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their participants to have a successful program experience. Present a positive image of the organization.

5. Coordinate youth to organize single-day and weekend adventures, including at least one multi-day overnight, to places in New York City and beyond.

6. Conduct Voter Registration Drives per NYC’s requirements.

Equipment Used:

The OLA-Youth Program Coordinator will use a computer and office equipment daily, and may also be asked to utilize specialty program equipment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Strong desire to serve youth and community<br>Strong executive functioning, customer service, and networking skills. Understanding of the development needs of youth. Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in designated program areas. Willingness to learn and ability to follow-through. Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Computer literate. Some travel may be required. Bilingual a strong plus.

Qualifications (Minimum Qualifications and Education):

Strong desire to serve youth and community. Strong executive functioning, customer service, and networking skills. Understanding of the development needs of youth. Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in designated program areas. Willingness to learn and ability to follow-through. Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Computer literate. Some travel may be required. Bilingual a strong plus. Must pass multiple required federal and state background checks prior to employment. Must be a U.S. citizen or US National or Lawful Permanent Resident. A minimum of three (3) years of related experience working in the field of youth development and developing project-based experiences. College degree a must. Life experience in and passion for the outdoors and healthy, active living a MUST. COVID vaccine proof required.

Physical Aspects of the Job:

Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to participants and staff. Ability to observe participant behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate participant activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Willing to work irregular hours (such as attending evening community meetings) and on select Saturdays with exposure to the sun, heat, rain, bugs, and other outdoor creatures.

Benefits:

Dental and health insurance available after 90 days. Paid time off. 401K after 1 year.

Shared Values - Our Values permeate through all Concrete Safaris programs: Adventure, Bravery, Creativity, Curiosity, Discipline, Safety, and Healthy Risk-Taking.

Your Connection To East Harlem

Concrete Safaris believes that outdoor, healthy leadership must be normalized on city streets and in public housing developments. The organization also understands that there are individuals who prefer not to travel on certain city streets or near certain public housing developments for very valid and real reasons. We understand that these statements do not apply to all individuals. We also want to make sure that individuals are not hindered from safer opportunities to build skills and knowledge outdoors in their communities. Selecting “Yes” or “No” will not stop you from being considered for a role at Concrete Safaris. It will allow us to make more informed decisions in where to place you, if selected.

Please send your resume to resumes@concretesafaris.org. List the job title in the subject line. Thank you for your application.