YESS SUPERVISOR

Description

We are Hiring!

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga’s Mission is to support all people in need and advocate for social justice and human dignity. We envision a just and compassionate community rooted in love and the dignity of all people. Our objectives are to address the needs of the community’s most vulnerable people and to challenge conditions causing poverty and despair.

We serve people regardless of their religion, beliefs, race, or ethnicity. We support all people in need, no matter how they identify. We want our staff to represent the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Be yourself, because everyone else is already taken!

If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of others, join a team that changes lives every day. Be a part of something truly special.

Employment Type: Full time

Schedule: Mon -Friday 8-4 summers off. This service is performed in a school setting, so it follows a school schedule

Salary: $24-$25/hr

Top Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan 
• Generous time off package and work-life balance 
• Comprehensive benefits package 
• Supportive and collaborative environment 
• Opportunities for growth and development 
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's  lives 

Qualifications:

Education: Associates degree in social sciences, human services, psychology, or related field preferred.

Credentials: Valid NY State Driver License and access to a reliable vehicle

Experience: A minimum of three years’ experience with working with at risk youth. Supervision skills preferred. Relevant years of experience and education will be considered

General Description:

Provide oversight and supervision to the YESS (Youth Employment Support Services) Program offered by CCTT in Tioga County, supporting youth in the region with social-emotional skill building, post-secondary readiness and promoting inclusive conversations around identity and community. Staff will follow school schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises YESS Coordinators, including but not limited to all aspects of hiring, evaluating, and promoting ongoing staff development, providing immediate and ongoing recognition and feedback on each employee’s job performance.
• Is responsible for the YESS program at designated schools.
• Provides the school district, Department of Social Services, Executive Director with a monthly report.
• Reviews and approves the YESS Coordinator’s monthly report.
• Develops monthly calendar of activities and approves YESS Coordinator calendar.
• Establishes smart goals that are specifically designed according to each individual student’s needs.
• Provides family guidance and support, opening communication between home and school.
• Minimizes barriers that interfere with or impede school performance.
• Ensures that youth are accessing programs and services that are available to them, advocating when needed.
• Works with the finance team on the vouchering process and submits to DSS.
• Keeps track of all program grants and expenses.
• Writes grants and participates in grant activity with the grant writer.
• Organizes activities and field trips to enrich experiences outside the classroom areas of academics, career and community services as well as rewards for goals achieved.
• Attend all staff meetings and other catholic charities functions.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory directions and perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

Physical Demands/Work Environment:  The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Compliance:  Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.

Join us and help make a positive impact on our community!

***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet