Youth Program Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Facilitate workshops and engagement sessions for youth and families on transition planning, self-advocacy, and resource navigation.
• Collaborate with schools, Vocational Rehabilitation, and community partners to increase youth employment and training opportunities.
• Support youth in both rural and urban areas in accessing educational, social, and career development services.
• Coordinate parent support groups and training sessions to strengthen family leadership and community capacity.
• Maintain accurate program records, track participant outcomes, and prepare regional service and progress reports.
• Assist the Program Manager in monitoring program budgets to ensure activities and expenses align with approved goals and funding requirements.
• Track expenditures, submit invoices or reimbursement requests, and maintain accurate financial documentation for program-related activities.
• Identify resource needs (e.g., materials, accessibility supports, transportation assistance) and coordinate procurement within budget guidelines.
• Support implementation of accessibility initiatives such as language services, transportation assistance, or technology-based support for youth and families.
• Support onboarding and orientation of mentors, volunteers, and instructors involved in youth and family programming.
• Collect and maintain accurate records of youth and family participation, attendance, and engagement data across all activities.
• Collaborate with schools, community organizations, and service partners to strengthen youth and family engagement efforts.
• Assist in maintaining program outreach materials, flyers, and digital content to ensure consistent and accessible messaging.
• Maintain required certifications and trainings (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA, Mandated Reporter) as directed by the Program Manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Services, Human Development, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in youth programming, community outreach, education, or social services.
• Experience working with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf Blind, or Disabled youth and families strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, Planner, etc.); experience with learning or case management systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively in American Sign Language (ASL) required or willingness to achieve ASL proficiency within the first year of employment.
• Certifications:
  
  FERPA, HIPAA, Mandated Reporter.