Program Specialist -Teens in Action Program

In-Person/Virtual: 100% On-site in person

Reports To: Teens in action Program Director

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Compensation Package: $18-$22/hr

Our Commitment to Equity

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every one of our qualifications listed.

If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application. Camp Fire strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Our Investment in You

Through a commitment to equity, continuous learning and by leading with our values, we believe in maintaining a supportive work culture while providing the highest quality programming. Camp Fire is putting the call out to passionate individual who is ready to join our team.

Accountability: (This position is 100% grant funded through October 2025.)

The Program Specialist is responsible for the quality, participation, and year-end financials results of the Teens and Action Program.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-5 years of progressive experience working with students.
• Experience working with underserved youth
• Ability to work with a diverse group of youth and adults
• Basic computer skills
• Have and maintain a good driving record and reliable transportation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• High moral character and integrity
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, education or a related field
• 3-5 years working with underserved teenagers
• 2-3 years experience with small group facilitation and grant management
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish)

Essential Functions:

• Provide participants with effective truancy prevention programming through one-on-one mentoring and small group sessions.
• Providing lunch and after school programming daily.
• Operating a 14-passenger van for up to 350 miles.
• Work some Saturdays and evenings as needed.
• Implement a recruitment plan including collaboration with coworkers, schools, and other organizations.
• Enroll new referrals in the program and collect necessary paperwork.

Relationships:

Must maintain clear communication and positive relations with all program staff, guests, volunteers, peers, and supporters of Camp Fire. Collaborate with other team members, community agencies, and school district personnel.

Key Area of Responsibility:

Program Operations

• lunch and after school small group sessions with youth to inspire and motivate them to Conduct stay in school, improve attendance and grades, and eliminate risky behavior such as alcohol and drug use.
• Demonstrate measurable improvement in those areas for all participants.
• Conduct home visits as needed to have a positive impact on the parent-child relationship.
• Teach students leadership and communication skills through Camp Fire-approved curriculum.
• Collaborate with Teens in Action Team on curriculum planning and design.
• Conduct an annual survey to assess Thriving indicators and plan needed improvements.
• Ensure that participants receive needed social services and resources.
• Provide experiences through service learning projects and field trips for students to impact their community and explore opportunities for college and career readiness
• Maintain accurate files including school attendance, grades, court appearances, and home visits.
• Monitor program quality via observation and outcomes and facilitate needed improvements.
• Collect, enter, and report program data, including participant demographic information.
• Communicate regularly with school and community officials to enroll new participants.
• Develop relationships with local community leaders and organize speakers and…