Over the course of more than 125 years, MNCs have provided services essential to the improvement of the lives of San Francisco’s communities. We believe that supporting individual members of a family throughout each life phase, brings success and upward mobility for the entire family. Today, we have 21 campuses which are enhancing the lives of low-income seniors, youth, and families.
The Group Facilitator II (RAICES) will provide gender-specific services to young men who are at risk. The Group Facilitator is responsible for the coordination and management of a violence prevention and peer counseling program for young men between the ages of 8-24 years old at target schools and community sites. In addition, we will conduct outreach for gender-specific programs.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and evaluate gender specific workshops, recreation, and enrichment activities of the on-site and off-site RAICES violence prevention program in accordance with contract regulations.
- Prepare and submit accurate reports as required by the program, including monthly program report to funding sources (DCYF, DOSW) and the collection of evaluation and demographic data.
- Support in preparing and submitting accurate reports as required by the program, including monthly program report to funding sources (DCYF, DOSW) and the collection of evaluation and demographic data.
- Develop a curriculum on gender-specific topics, including violence prevention for young men, in collaboration with other facilitators.
- Supervise, evaluate and provide leadership development to peer educators, youth workers, interns and volunteers involved in the Youth Services Program.
- Plan and implement project-based learning and experiential outings and activities to enhance participants learning and skill development.
- Support a program environment that is learner centered, promotes a sense of physical and emotional safety.
- Support positive relationships between staff and program participants, and between participants and their peers.
- Perform on-going program assessment and evaluation, participate in agency planning.
- Supervise, evaluate and provide leadership development to youth workers, interns and volunteers involved in the program.
- Assist in registration and orientation process for participants and parents.
- Provide individual follow-up services and information and referrals to clients as needed and to other MNC youth services and community services.
- Assume Lead responsibilities as needed, in the event of her absence.
- Assist in development and implementation of an outreach plan to schools and community agencies.
- Assist with budget proposals.
- Act as liaison with school, community, public agencies, and parents/guardians of participants and serve as point of contact.
Primary Functions
- Plan, coordinate, and evaluate gender specific workshops, recreation, and enrichment activities of the on-site and off-site RAICES violence prevention program in accordance with contract regulations.
- Prepare and submit accurate reports as required by the program, including monthly program report to funding sources (DCYF, DOSW) and the collection of evaluation and demographic data.
- Support in preparing and submitting accurate reports as required by the program, including monthly program report to funding sources (DCYF, DOSW) and the collection of evaluation and demographic data.
- Develop a curriculum on gender-specific topics, including violence prevention for young men, in collaboration with other facilitators.
- Supervise, evaluate and provide leadership development to peer educators, youth workers, interns and volunteers involved in the Youth Services Program.
- Plan and implement project-based learning and experiential outings and activities to enhance participants learning and skill development.
- Support a program environment that is learner centered, promotes a sense of physical and emotional safety.
- Support positive relationships between staff and program participants, and between participants and their peers.
- Perform on-going program assessment and evaluation, participate in agency planning.
- Supervise, evaluate and provide leadership development to youth workers, interns and volunteers involved in the program.
- Assist in registration and orientation process for participants and parents.
- Provide individual follow-up services and information and referrals to clients as needed and to other MNC youth services and community services.
- Assume Lead responsibilities as needed, in the event of her absence.
- Assist in development and implementation of an outreach plan to schools and community agencies.
- Assist with budget proposals.
- Act as liaison with school, community, public agencies, and parents/guardians of participants and serve as point of contact.
- Assist in registration and orientation process for participants and parents.
- Provide individual follow-up services and information and referrals to clients as needed and to other MNC youth services and community services.
Secondary Functions
- Collaborate in the planning and production of community events including Dia de los Muertos, Holiday/Winter break, Black History month, Carnival SF, Spring break, family nights, program graduations and showcase, etc.
- Recruit in kind service providers to implement gender specific activities, cultural enrichment, health and wellness, youth leadership, and other enrichment activities within the program.
- Advocate for participant needs, providing referral information, when appropriate to internal and external services based on individual participant needs. Provide individual follow-up services to clients as needed.
- Collaborate with community to coordinate enrichment services.
- Represent MNC at appropriate community forums and funder meetings/trainings; maintain superior customer service with funders, staff, collaborating agencies, parents, and participants at all times. Adequately inform, share information, and collaborate with adults.
- Research grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies.
- Assist Program Lead as necessary with grant proposal processes
- Maintain accurate program records and follow reporting procedures. Compile, analyze, verify, and submit data according to funding schedule and guidelines.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings and as training is offered.
- Actively participate in the creation and implementation of a personal staff development plan striving for self-improvement.
- Must be available to participate in late afternoon, evening, and some weekend activities as needed (including Memorial Day Weekend, and during school breaks).
- Supporting other Youth Service Programs as needed.
Customer Service
- Provide exceptional customer service.
- Always represent the Company in a professional manner.
Safety
- Maintain personal safety, use personal protection equipment (PPE) and follow Company policies.
- Report all and any safety issues, accidents or injuries to your manager as a matter of priority.
- Use safety walk and carry one child at a time up and down stairs.
Effective Team Member
- Ability to interact positively with team members.
- Ability to facilitate positive change.
- Partner with supervisor when necessary to address department issues or concerns.
Position Qualification Requirements
Education: High School Degree Required. ECE/CDEV or equivalent experience; working towards an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development or in any other related field.
Experience: Required 2+ years’ work experience facilitating groups and working with high-risk young men ages 8-17 and successful experience in developing curriculum and creating and implementing youth programs.
Requirement:
- Current CA Driver’s License, current auto insurance and a clean driving record.
- Fingerprinting Clearance (DOJ)
- Current Physical Health Screening (every 2 years thereafter)
- Current CPR & First Aid Certificate (every 2 years thereafter)
- Current Immunizations (TB) (every 2 years thereafter)
- Clearance Child Abuse Index
Language(s): Bilingual, bi-literate preferred; English/Spanish or other language ability based on program needs.
Skills and Abilities:
- Personality - Independent thinker, possess excellent customer service skills, professional attitude, a high level of personal integrity, maturity, and business judgment required.
- Performance - Able to multi-task, prioritize task, meet deadlines, able to do presentations and to maintain confident information.
- Communication - Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be a well-organized professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment.
- Stress Management - Ability to remain tactful under pressure and present a professional demeanor and communication style with co-workers in a multicultural setting.
Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet Explorer.
Decision Making: Set priorities and standards of performance; Develop plans by which work can be accomplished.
Tools and Equipment: General office equipment, fax, copier, printer, phone, and computer.
Confidential and Sensitive Information: Maintain the highest level of confidentiality when dealing with client records
What we offer
- Pay Rate: $28.00-30.00 Hourly
- Location: Precita Campus
- Medical – Kaiser and CCHP / Dental – Principal / Vision – Vision Care / Life Insurance - $50,000 / 403b – 3% match / FSA / Pet Care
- 15 paid sick days / 12 paid holidays / 12 paid vacation days
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program) / WADP (Working Advantage Discount Program)
If you are seeking an organization that values, promotes and develops leadership by delivering culturally sensitive, multi-generational, community-based services that empower families to build strong, healthy, and vibrant neighborhoods with the vision of a strong, healthier and more vibrant community that respects and celebrates its many rich, cultural traditions, please apply.
How to Apply
If you are qualified and interested in applying, please apply on this job board or on our website www.mncsf.org under careers or send your resume and cover letter with the name of the position in the subject line to mario.quintanilla@mncsf.org or jobs@mncsf.org
MNC is an equal-opportunity employer that welcomes diversity in the workplace and has a great company culture. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, they will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
