High School and Post Secondary Coordinator

Job Title: High School and Post Secondary CoordinatorReports to: Director of High School and Postsecondary ProgramsFLSA Code: Full time, Exempt with benefitsHours: 40-hour workweek; occasional weekends and evening hours as neededProgram Area: Breakthrough Youth Network (BYN)Location: FamilyPlex, 3219 W. Carroll, Chicago, IL 60624Position SummaryThe High School Coordinator will work with the Director of High School and Post-Secondary Programs to provide high quality services and programs to local high school students (ages 14-18).Essential Responsibilities/FunctionsHost High School Hangout Outreach NightPlan and host weekly skill building programs for high school teensManage teen employment programs along with the directorCoordinate year-round, group mentoring groups for middle school and high school studentsCreate and/or source culturally relevant curriculum for group mentoring program.Recruit students for high school programming.Work with the Volunteer Engagement team to recruit and train volunteersCoordinate youth stipends for participationCollaborate with the team to help facilitate and host mentoring initiatives and programsCollaborate with arts, tech and sports programs to provide services for high school youthCollaborate with the Behavioral Health team to refer students and families in crisisParticipate in special events pertaining to high school students and the agency at largeProvide support services opportunities for transitions between middle and high school as well as high school to post-secondarySupport college and career students as they transition into adulthood with ongoing relational support, care packages, check-ins, etc.Create learning and development opportunities for youth ages 13 – 24Collaborate with partner organizations to enhance high school and post-secondary opportunitiesMonitor and provide support to college scholarship recipientsConduct college visits and facilitate college exposure opportunities for high school studentsSupport middle school youth, families, and program staff to provide input and direction for the next phase of lifeParticipates daily in the Nettie Bailey Student Achievement Program (K-8th after school program) including team meetings, classroom/event oversight, lesson planning, instruction, student engagement and interventionsPerforms other duties and tasks assignedDemonstrated ValuesIndependently follows agency policy and proceduresFollows through with commitments including meeting established timelinesIdentifies and resolves difficult issuesProject a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring proper grooming, dress and hygiene.Promote customer care through all actions and behaviorsWorks effectively with diverse staff, communities and population served Maintain a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy during stressful situations.A passion for the mission of BreakthroughQualificationsMinimum of two years of experience in education, social work, ministry or another human services field is preferredMinimum of 2 years of experience with urban teens is requiredDemonstrates comfort and skill using basic computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook as well as other Windows based programsRequired Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Knowledge of trauma informed programmingKnowledge of urban issues regarding youth and familiesAbility to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, professionalism and problem-solving skills.Promote client care through all actions and behaviorsProject a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring correct grooming.Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow-through and be comfortable working in a changing environmentDemonstrate a willingness to consistently improve work performance through relationships and guidanceMust possess an accurate and informed understanding of cultural and urban realities, especially as related to youth, families, poverty, and community development.SUPERVISIONSupervises high school employeesDirection received from the Director of High School and Postsecondary ProgramsPhysical Requirements And Working ConditionsWork EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in an office located in a multi-purpose facility and/or outdoors and thus will be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be high depending on the activities in the facility.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and/or sit; use hands and fingers to feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; regularly talk or hear. The employee must be able to bend, stoop, pull, lift as well as have overhead extension of arms. Must be able to stand for long periods of time; be able to lift, carry or move at least 50 pounds. Must adhere to proper handling and lifting techniques. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Equipment UsedThe employee will generally use general office equipment including but not limited to telephone, computer, calculator, copier, overhead projector, paper shredder, paper cutter, and filing systems.Safety RequirementsPrior to the first day of work, must complete a criminal background and sex offender clearanceBenefitsMedical - We offer group medical benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. You have the option of choosing between a PPO or HMO plans. Depending on the plan chosen, there may be no cost for an employee single coverage. There is a cost per pay period for coverage for family (i.e., employee plus spouse; employee plus child(ren) or employee plus spouse and child(ren).Dental – We offer group dental benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. You have the option of choosing between a PPO or HMO. This is an employee paid benefit.Vision - We offer group vision benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. This is an employee paid benefit.Life - Through UnitedHealthcare, we offer full-time employees term life insurance to the employee’s family in case of death. The cost of this benefit is paid fully by the organization.Short and long-term disability - If you become disabled, UnitedHealthcare provides both short-term and long-term disability insurance to full-time employees. The cost of this benefit is paid fully by the organization.401 (k) Plan - We offer a 401(k) plan which is a tax-deferred annuity to assist full-time employees in planning for retirement. We match 50% of your contribution up to a total of 3% of your base salary.Section 125 Plan (FSA) - Through TASC, we allow full-time employees to make contributions toward premiums for medical insurance, out-of-pocket medical expenses, dependent care expenses, and/or transit and parking on a “before tax” rather than an “after tax” basis.Vacation Days - Full-time employees in this position are eligible to accrue vacation days at a rate of 6.67 – 13.33 days per month based on tenure with the organization.Personal Days - Full-time employees in this position are eligible for up to 3 personal days annually, pro-rated in year one.Sick Days - Full-time employees in this position are eligible for up to 10 sick days annually, pro-rated in year one.CompensationThe actual salary within the range is determined by many factors including but not limited to skills, experience, education and internal equity.$45,000 - $50,000Breakthrough is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factors. If a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact us via the telephone number listed above. The decision to grant reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.