Program Coordinator - NLCP

Program Coordinator

Location: Chicago, IL 60623
Pay: $19.30 - $26.64 per hour ($40,144 - $55,411 annually)
Schedule: Part Time, Non-Exempt (25 hours/week)
Work Arrangement: On-site

The North Lawndale College Prep initiative supports youth, families, and educators through trauma-informed programming designed to address the impact of community violence and strengthen school culture. VOA Illinois partners with the school to provide structured educational and leadership programming that promotes positive youth development, conflict resolution, and community engagement in a safe and supportive environment.

• Civics education and leadership development programming that empowers youth to become positive leaders in their school and community
• Life skills education focused on communication, decision-making, and personal growth
• Recreational, sports, and cultural activities that promote engagement, teamwork, and positive peer relationships
• Peace-building and conflict resolution programming grounded in nonviolence and restorative practices
• Trauma-informed support that creates a psychologically safe environment for students
• Programming that engages teachers and families to strengthen relationships and support student success

The Program Coordinator – NLCP supports youth participating in VOA Illinois’ Neighborhood Leadership and Civic Program by facilitating structured programming and maintaining a safe, supportive environment. Using a trauma-informed approach, this role promotes youth engagement and supports participants’ social, emotional, and personal development.

• Create, implement, and adapt structured programming that aligns with program goals and participant needs
• Provide direct supervision and care for participants during program activities and services
• Maintain a physically and psychologically safe environment that supports emotional growth and healing
• Build positive, trusting relationships with participants and staff through consistent support and engagement
• Monitor participant progress and respond appropriately to individual needs under clinical supervision
• Track and maintain accurate, timely program documentation and required data collection
• Report participant progress and program outcomes to supervisors
• Collaborate with VOA Illinois staff and partners to support effective program delivery
• Participate in agency evaluations, studies, or initiatives to improve program practices
• Demonstrate professionalism and actively uphold the mission and values of VOA Illinois
• Exhibit cultural competence while serving clients of diverse backgrounds and commit to expanding knowledge and understanding of different communities and people groups

• Part-time, in-office position averaging 25 hours per week
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Physical demands include sedentary work, computer use, and frequent communication with clients, colleagues, and partners involved in client support.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication, collaboration, and de-escalation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and documentation systems

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or a related field from an accredited college or university
• One year of post-graduate clinical experience, or four years of combined pre- and post-graduate experience
• Experience working with children and adolescents supporting social and academic skill development

• 403(b) with employer match
• Generous Paid-Time Off
• On-demand Pay:
  Early wage access through Payactiv
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral program

VOA Illinois provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.

Reasonable accommodations will be considered to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities upon request.