Program Coordinator - Center Adolescents and Families Northern Region
Job in
Sycamore, DeKalb County, Illinois, 60178, USA
Listed on 2026-06-08
Listing for:
National Youth Advocate Program
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-08
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Youth Development, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Schedule:
Tuesday through Saturday flexible hours to meet the needs of the program.
Position Summary Under the general supervision of program director or designee, the program coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day administration and supervision of the assigned programs, oversight of assigned staff and ensuring quality service delivery and compliance of programs’ contractual guidelines.
Working At NYAPNYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities offered on topics such as: PCIT, NMT, TF-CBT, BFST, CSAYC, TBRI, FFT and many, many more!
Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family!22 Days Off Each Year!
Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
Tuition Assistance Work Anniversary Trips!
Peace leave
Parental leave
Flexible schedule
Mileage Reimbursement
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Program Coordinator position may include the following, as well as other duties assigned:
Provide administration and coordination for designated program contracts, ensuring high quality delivery of services and compliance with NYAP and funder guidelines.
Provide coordination for regional services, individual, family and group services, and individual supervision of all staff as assigned. Reviews and signs off on all paperwork generated by the Family Advocates and other program staff allocated to the programs under the Coordinator’s supervision.
Provide training, guidance and support to team members in the program and services implementation
Support assigned staff in coordinating services for families and youth, including mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational and social services.
Assign staff to programmatic responsibilities and regularly review the progress and status of program outcomes and services provided to families and individuals
Coordinate all intake services for assigned programs, including compliance with intake, assessments and all documentation as required by each program.
Conduct intakes and assessments for assigned programs as needed
Coordinate anger management and parenting classes for adult participants.
Facilitate/teach anger management and parenting classes following NYAP approved curricula
Maintain productivity standards on a monthly basis.
Make public appearances and presentations as requested. Attend community meetings to promote agency programs and to obtain information regarding community resources
Initiate and coordinate local provider coalition in Dekalb County.
Work in collaboration with supervisor to develop new programming and sources of revenue. Assist with resource development activities.
Collaborate with other NYAP programs and staff throughout the organization.
Complete required reports and submit the reports for processing according to agency policy.
Provide weekly reports to assigned supervisor.
Participate in individual supervision weekly and provides regularly scheduled supervision for assigned staff. Organize and conduct monthly staff meetings.
Responsible for CQI activities, ensuring programs meet and maintain national accreditation standards
Participate in training necessary to carry out program activities and maintain compliance with contractual agreements
Perform all duties in accordance with personnel policies and the program’s fiscal guidelines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, human services or related field
Five years’ direct experience in the field of human services.
Relevant experience working with individuals and families being served through the child welfare and/or juvenile justice system.
Must be knowledgeable of group facilitation/mediation practices and principles
Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
Bilingual skills (English and Spanish) highly preferred.
OTHER SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONA valid social work…
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