To work as a member of the Community Investment Team to oversee services for youth transitioning out of the foster care system into independent living. He or she will have the ability to lead, manage and provide support to direct care service staff implementing High Fidelity Wraparound; the ability to set and achieve short and long-term goals; and manage multiple priorities effectively. The ideal candidate will have a high degree of integrity, responsibility and work well under pressure.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Supervise Independent Living Coaches, Housing Coordinator, and Program Coordinator
- Assist in identifying training and professional development needs of Bridging the Gap staff
- Oversee the coordination services offered to youth by Independent Living Coaches, Housing, Workforce and Asset Development staff
- Collaborate with the evaluation team to oversee data collection for program evaluation and grant reporting purposes
- Assist in planning for, monitoring and evaluating services provided by Independent Living Coaches to ensure positive outcomes for Bridging the Gap youth
- Strengthen established partnerships with community resources to create a network that efficiently delivers services to Bridging the Gap youth
- Coordinate quarterly Bridging the Gap Community Partnership meetings
- Collaborate with Donor Relations team to identify potential sources of support for Bridging the Gap youth related to housing/basic needs, workforce development, IDA accounts, youth events, campaign initiatives, etc.
- Oversee scheduling, communication and marketing efforts related to Bridging the Gap events, youth recruitment, and youth leadership opportunities
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains security and confidentiality of all Division documents and files
- Maintains a positive image of Mile High United Way
- Maintain professional relationships with MHUW staff, county personnel, youth, families, and service providers
- Is professionally supportive of all Mile High United Way policies, procedures, functions, departments, divisions, managers and employees
- Provides support to other Department and Corporate priorities, as needed, e.g. Strategic Plan, annual budget, special initiatives, etc.
- Develops and maintains strong working relationships with other Departments
SUPERVISORY DUTIES
- This position supervises the four Independent Living Coaches, 1 Housing Coordinator and 1 Program Coordinator.
Educational Background:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience; Master's degree preferred
Skills/Experience:
- 3 - 5 years experience in the non-profit sector working with youth serving organizations
- 2-3 years supervisory experience
SPECIAL SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
- Positive Youth Development
- Crisis Intervention principles and practices
- High Fidelity Wraparound
- Understanding of the impact of childhood trauma on development
- Experience working with youth-serving systems (i.e. Child Welfare, Mental Health, School Districts)
- Case management principles, procedures, and practices
- Ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts
- Good oral communication and writing skills, including presentations, public speaking, written reports, and other documents
- Good organizational skills and an ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- General knowledge of event planning
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and Power Point
- 75% office; 25% outside meetings
- Ability to provide personal transportation.
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Mar 29 2018
Active Until:
Apr 29 2018
Hiring Organization:
United Way Worldwide
industry:
Nonprofit