Program Director (Beacon)

Program Director - After School - DYCD Beacon Program

Schedule: 40 hours min. per week/ IN PERSON **STATEN ISLAND, NY

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay Type/ FLSA Status: Exempt/ Salaried

Reports To: Director of Community Initiatives & Director of Operations

Pay Range: $70,000 to $75,000 annually

(*based on city, state and/ or federal contractual obligations and budgetary allowances)

ABOUT UNITED ACTIVITIES UNLIMITED:

Staten Island, NY; United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a community-based agency that provides a wide range of services that is inclusive from job placement, youth development programs and community outreach services to inspire, transform, and empower individuals of all ages. UAU is responsive to the needs of diverse populations and implements programs that support positive outcomes for individuals and communities. The comprehensive nature of UAU's programming options and the emphasis on holistic services for individuals and families make UAU an outstanding resource and a pillar of support for communities. UAU is dedicated to the engagement, education, and empowerment of individuals and strives to transform individuals and communities to create a better future. EOE

POSITION SUMMARY: The Program Director should have familiarity with social services and a variety of available community resources, a passion for community outreach, strong attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. In addition to the requirements set forth as listed below. The Program Director must have the ability to develop and maintain relationships with staff members, participants, parents, stakeholders and the community. This position requires the ability to work flexible hours that include some evenings and weekends.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

• Plan the delivery of the overall program and its activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization and DYCD contractual obligations.
• Oversee program staff, program operations, services, and the implementation of programs and/other processes (e.g. site rules, discipline, site schedule, space requirements, etc.) for the purpose of providing services within established time frames and in compliance with related requirements.
• Participate in organizing meetings, workshops, seminars, (staff training, parent meetings, etc.) for the purpose of identifying issues, gaining knowledge, providing information, and/or supporting site staff.
• Develop new initiatives to support the strategic direction of the organization.
• Develop and implement short and long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of the program.
• Monitor an annual budget and operation plan to support the program.
• Develop a program evaluation framework to assess the strengths of the program and to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure that the program activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organization and funders.
• Ensure that the program activities comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards.
• Develop forms and records to document program activities.
• Oversee the collection and maintenance of records on the clients of the program for statistical purposes according to the confidentiality/privacy policy of the organization.
• Responsible for addressing and resolving employee issues in conjunction with HR as needed such as; disciplinary, performance related, schedules and performance appraisal in accordance to company policy.
• Ensures workflow of the department is handled efficiently and effectively.
• Supervision of re-training for existing staff as needed.
• Ensures that all policies and procedures are following all appropriate legal requirements.
• Ensure that personnel files for the program are properly maintained and kept confidential.
• Establish and implement a performance management process for all program staff.
• Create and oversee staff schedules, assignments, and timesheets.
• Develop collaborative relations with neighboring school staff, administration, and community members.
• Develop and maintain open communication with parents, school administration, and the organization.
• Abide by and enforce all safety protocols as outlined by the Department of Health/ OCFS, FDNY, DYCD and UAU
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.