- Salary
- $24 – $26/hr
- Location
- Hillsboro, OR, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- ApplicantPro
Description
All cultures, races, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities are welcome at Boys and Girls Aid. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Boys & Girls Aid is currently seeking a Program Coordinator for its Safe Place youth shelter to join our mission-driven team in Hillsboro. In this role, you'll have the rewarding role of providing operational and supervision oversight for the program and Youth Care Advocates.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay: $24.00–$26.00/hour
- Medical, dental, life, and AD&D insurance
- Flexible time off and holiday pay
- 403(b) retirement plan with 4% employer contribution after 6 months
- Employee Assistance Program
- Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness
- In-house training on Collaborative Problem Solving and Trauma-Informed Care
About Boys & Girls Aid
Founded in 1885, our mission is to ensure every child in foster care grows up in a family. We teach and model healthy environments, invest in relationships, and create opportunities for youth. We value our employees through a culture of open communication, transparency, and honesty, and we support work-life balance alongside competitive pay and benefits.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE PROGRAM COORDINATOR
As a Program Coordinator, you'll oversee the day-to-day operation of Shelter Services including:
- Entries and exits to ensure full bed usage, assess referrals, and maintain decision making authority regarding acceptance and discharge of clients.
- Operational and facility management, in accordance with all contractors, licensing, accreditation, and agency standards
- Managing household finances to be within shelter budget, including supply purchasing, invoice processing and necessary record keeping
- Planning of programming and recreational activities with opportunities that are culturally relevant and gender specific in compliance with Boys & Girls Aid policies and standards
Supervising Youth Care Counselors includes:
- Recruitment, hiring, orientation and training, performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
- Implementation of daily routines and weekly recreation schedule.
- Development and implementation of the program's skill building components by selecting appropriate tools and curricula to be used by staff.
- Maintain accurate documentation, records, and files in accordance with both licensing and grant requirements that also meet quality assurance standards.
- Collaborate with Director of Shelter Services to resolve any programming-related health and safety issues.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field (social work, psychology, sociology) and two years' experience in the care of adolescent youth with one year increasing responsibility in leadership duties
- Valid driver's license from state of residence (Oregon or Washington), verification personal automobile liability insurance, and passing DMV driving record check.
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of youth and families, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with our quick 3-minute, mobile-friendly application.
