Benefits:

403(b)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Savings bank

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

JOB TITLE: Program Coordinator - AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program (FGP)

FLSA STATUS: Full-time, Salary - Exempt

LOCATION: Pottstown, PA

SUPERVISOR: Director - Foster Grandparent Program

WHO WE ARE:

YWCA Tri-County Area is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace justice, freedom, and dignity for all. YW serves more than 3,000 people annually in Montgomery, Chester, and Berks counties as a leader in advocating for girls, women, and families. YW’s quality programs and services focus on education, designed to build individual, family, and community success: early childhood education; Youth Education & Prevention Programs that include enrichment, STEM learning, and recreation; adult education and English as a Second Language; workforce development; Foster Grandparent Program; and holistic wraparound services. Mission-based advocacy efforts raise awareness, offer issue education, and build social capital around women's empowerment, racial and social justice, and safe and healthy communities.

YWCA Tri-County Area is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering competitive salaries and benefit packages.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

The Program Coordinator for the AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) is responsible for the day-to-day administration of this federally grant-funded initiative. The Program Coordinator oversees recruitment and onboarding of new volunteer stations, coordination of FGP volunteer placements, evaluation of FGP programming and volunteers, in-service training, and recognition of AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program volunteers. The Program Coordinator works collaboratively with the FGP Team (FGP Director and FGP Volunteer Engagement Coordinator) to ensure quality, compliant programming for all stakeholders. They also gather and maintain data and records in accordance with AmeriCorps Seniors’ guidelines and participate in ongoing process improvement. YW3CA mandates that all staff adhere to YW3CA policies, procedures, and mission statement.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Lead the day-to-day administration of the program with support as needed from the FGP Director and FGP Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

Build relationships with public schools, childcare centers, and other community partners to grow volunteer stations and establish and maintain Memorandums of Understanding with stations

Execute and refine volunteer station recruitment and onboarding processes, including presentations, meetings, and meet-and-greet sessions

Coordinate FGP volunteer placements and address concerns from volunteers or stations promptly

Oversee evaluation of volunteer stations and FGP volunteers and gather required data for annual reporting on grant performance measures

Plan and facilitate in-service FGP volunteer training

Ensure all volunteer records are collected, updated, and maintained in accordance with AmeriCorps Seniors’ guidelines

Work with the FGP Director to develop annual program goals and continually improve FGP processes to maintain program quality and compliance with grant guidelines

Other duties as required that support the administration of the FGP program and fall within the scope of the role

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE POSITION:

A passion for working with a diverse aging population and a variety of internal and external stakeholders

Knowledge of Montgomery County and Chester County community resources/contacts for older adults preferred

A strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

A strong presentation skills and meticulous attention to detail in developing and delivering FGP content

An ability to maintain employee records while ensuring confidentiality and sensitivity

Knowledge of and sensitivity to the issues facing the community served

Resourcefulness and flexibility to meet the demands of the position and needs of the organization

An understanding of YW3CA’s mission, goals, and objectives to contribute as a part of a larger team

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, creative problem-solving, and effective time management skills

Willingness to travel throughout Montgomery County and Chester County for programming activities on a regular basis

A strong desire for continued growth and learning

An ability to work independently and remain goal oriented

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

AA or BA in Social Services or related field, or equivalent relevant experience

Project management experience preferred

Volunteer management experience preferred

Community engagement and relationship building experience preferred

Must possess a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

YWCA Tri-County Area is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy that employees and applicants will not be subjected to unlawful discrimination or harassment based on race, col-or, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran’s status, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state, federal or local laws.

Accordingly, YWCA Tri-County Area will hire, train, and promote individuals in accordance with this Equal Employment Opportunity Policy; make decisions according to the principle of equal opportunity by imposing only bona fide occupational qualification requirements for employment opportunities; and administer all personnel practices and programs (including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, transfers, and training) in accordance with this Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.

YWCA Tri-County Area is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, YWCA Tri-County Area is unable to sponsor employment for international candidates at this time.