Program Manager; SF TAY

Position: Program Manager (SF TAY)

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Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team.

About First Place for Youth, we’re a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed.

Why

Work at First Place for Youth:

Meaningful Impact:  Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood.

Your role will support them in their journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill their aspirations.

Innovative Approach:
We thrive on innovation, pushing the boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and you’ll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these young lives.

Collaborative and Supportive Environment:
Embrace a dynamic and supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.

Comprehensive Benefits:
We value the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.

Culture of Diversity and Inclusion:
We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Program Manager is responsible to ensure high quality services and effective daily operations of all aspects of SF TAY (Transition Age Youth) Rapid Re-housing and Rising Up Programs. These programs provide direct services to individuals whom experience homelessness during transition age (18-24 years old), while building skills development in housing, healthy living, education and employment for independent living preparedness. This role is critical to the support of the mission to address and combat youth homelessness in the San Francisco area.

Duties include contract, site, services and human resource management including hiring, evaluation, coaching and training. The Program Manager is responsible to ensure program outcomes, train and support in best practice implementation, cultivate external opportunities and partnerships promoting youth in reaching pathway to living wage opportunities, organize community building events, coordinate with contract partner Stakeholders and supervise direct-service Case Managers and Resource Specialist staff.

The Program Manager provides leadership congruent with agency policy, values and mission provides management reports as required, and leads projects or functions as assigned. This position is expected to be onsite at our Oakland Headquarter Office a minimum of 3 days a week, in the community of San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area.

DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Operations

Manage assigned programs and projects to ensure compliance with program, agency, and regulatory policy. Provide leadership and guidance to staff on all components and processes of First Place for Youth with emphasis on assigned programs and projects. Review data to monitor quality of services, track outcomes, and guide support areas Participate in the ongoing development, evaluation, and refinement of service delivery including field training and support to ensure quality and effectiveness of services.

Ensure high fidelity to First Place for Youth standards and competencies among staff. Provide oversight and compliance checks to ensure accuracy and integrity of all documentation. In collaboration with director, support budgeting, contract control,…