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Kid Healthy Program Manager

OneOC

Kid Healthy Program Manager

Santa Ana, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Title: Kid Healthy - Program Manager

    Reports to: Kid Healthy Executive Director

    FLSA Classification: Non-exempt FT

    Supervises Others: Yes

    SUMMARY:

    The Program Manager is responsible for planning, coordination and development of the programs assigned to her/him by the executive director. These duties include visionary planning, budget development and management of programs, management of staff, volunteers, and all elements of individual programs in place for Kid Healthy. Program Manager is a representative of the programs for Kid Healthy our partners and the schools we serve. The Program Manager serves as direct communicator to advance the mission and goals of Kid Healthy – within the community and businesses where we function. Program Manager is responsible for training, recruiting, and maintaining staff, volunteers and business partners, maintain active resources, ensuring meaningful experiences and successful programs for our participants.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Communicates effectively and courteously with all contacts -- internal and external. Works well with diverse people.

    Maintains current knowledge of and complies with organizational and department policies and procedures.

    Meets all applicable safety requirements for the position and work environment including prompt injury reporting.

    Proactively plans and systematically organizes workload to effectively meet project goals, timelines, and deadlines. Minimizes time spent on personal calls and matters. Meets attendance and punctuality requirements, reports time and attendance accurately.

    Uses skill and judgment to ensure written or verbal outputs are clear, accurate, grammatical and of appropriate tone.

    Supports the vision and goals of Kid Healthy.

    ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

    Provides strategic plan and action for growth, improvement, and success of programs. Builds upon the foundation of current programs and assists in the development of new programs.

    Research of market trends, tools, and resources available to support and further develop programs and mission.

    Ensure that structure and implementation of programs meet all funding and grant requirements, including reach, promotional use, and measurements. Ensure that program budgets do not exceed plan. Communicates progress, issues, and ideas with ED regularly.

    Executes effective training of staff for effective program implementation. Develops and executes effective volunteer recruiting, develops appropriate methods and activities to ensure proper execution of program objectives.

    Maintains the integrity of program mission for all programs including Padres en Accion, Cooking Up Change and new programs initiated by Kid Healthy. Ensures the elements of each program are executed effectively at each site. Addresses challenges, needs for improvement and staff issues in a quick timely manner.

    Participates in program goal setting, monitoring and evaluation process.

    Acts as a staff liaison to school principals, staff, advisory groups and/or task forces, school personnel, community, and business partners.

    Communication with KH executive director, staff, volunteers, school staff, on progress, planning, and results on an on-going basis.

    Consistent and effective scheduling of marketing/promotion of programs at school sites, community events, with use of website, social media, and other available opportunities.

    Schedule and coordination of monthly volunteer recognition and team building events.

    On-going training of VCs on playground management, skills, and problem-solving.

    Assist with general duties of executive director: staff meetings, Community Advisory Council meetings, monthly volunteer coordinator meetings, training materials, class curriculum and materials, sponsorship acquisition, grant research and submission, budget creation and management, program updates, reporting of results and milestones.

    On-going training and education of staff, volunteer coordinators, and volunteers.

    Identification and recruitment of potential volunteer leaders at schools.

    Support of continued growth of all programs of Kid Healthy.

    Other duties as assigned.

    Community Relations

    · Participates in community collaborations, partnerships and networking organizations that enhance and expand the scope of Kid Healthy.

    · Consistent outreach to new opportunities for partnership and ways to increase reach of Kid Healthy and our mission.

    EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

    · Bachelor’s degree in related field.

    · Experience with elementary school organizations such as PTA, Harvest of Month, Champion Moms is helpful but not required.

    · Ability to speak, read and write Spanish as well as English is preferred.

    COMPUTER & EQUIPMENT SKILLS:

    General knowledge of computer operations Use of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Wordpress and Internet and email programs, effective use of texting.

    PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

    Must be physically fit to maintain a moderate level of physical activity.

    Hearing and speech within normal ranges and sufficient for clear communication face to face and on the telephone.

    Lifts up to 10 pounds regularly, must be able to carry equipment out onto field daily.

    Exposed to typical school environment conditions and noise levels.

    May be exposed to common sickness acquired by children (cold, flu, chicken pox)

    Must be willing to take and pass a TB test.

    MENTAL AND REASONING REQUIREMENTS:

    Uses critical thinking skills to manage multiple tasks, ability to utilize quick problem solving and solution development

    Attention to detail

    Sense of urgency

    Able to formulate appropriate responses to requests for services and information from internal or external sources.

    Uses good judgement in handling injuries and safe play.

    OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:

    Maintains professional behavior, dress and appearance at all times

    Attends meetings and trainings as requested

    Assists with other duties as assigned on a regular or occasional basis.

    Drives personal car on business; maintains a driving record and personal car insurance in accordance with organization’s policies and provides related records periodically

    To apply, please send resume to HR@OneOC.orgOneOC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer