Internship Title: Program Director (Paid Internship)

Reports To: Board of Directors

Job Overview:

The Program Director serves as the chief officer of the Endless Mountains Drop-In Center program’s, working closely with the Board to fulfill the organization’s vision and mission. This individual will lead with passion, embodying the values that allow youth to experience joy and perseverance. The role demands a commitment to improving programs, managing operations, and fostering strong relationships with staff, volunteers, and community partners.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Oversee and manage the organization’s volunteers, ensuring a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Organize and facilitate board meetings, providing comprehensive reports and strategic recommendations.

Spearhead program development and improvement initiatives aligned with the organization’s goals, mission and vision.

Communicate effectively with internal and external partners to advance the organization’s mission.

Ensure the organization’s compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements internally and externally.

Actively pursues fundraising and grant opportunities

Other job Duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Current undergraduate or graduate student, with a preference for a background in nonprofit management, social work, education or a related field.

Proven effectiveness in leading and organizing small teams.

A commitment to living in harmony with and embodying the organization’s values, mission, and vision.

Criminal History Background checks, FBI fingerprinting and Child abuse clearances will be necessary.

Skills:

Demonstrated leadership aligning with the strategic direction set by the Board.

Strong interpersonal skills to foster relationships and build partnerships.

Excellent organizational skills with a self-driven and motivated approach to advancing the organization.

Work Environment:

This is a hybrid role with flexibility to work from home, but availability for regular in-person meetings and programs in the Tunkhannock area is required.

Compensation and Benefits:

The position offers flexible work hours and the possibility to work from home.

The expectation for this role includes 12 hours a week 

Opportunities for training and personal development are provided.

The compensation is $300-350 monthly stipend.

At least one semester 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should email a resume (or CV), three professional written reference letters, a letter of interest, and their distance from Tunkhannock, PA, to endlessmountainsdropincenter@gmail.com. Attachments should be included in the email.

EMDIC Vision Statement: We believe in a world where kids can be kids and youth will

know and achieve their incredible capacity for joy and perseverance.

EMDIC Mission Statement: To meet the social and emotional needs of youth (14-18 years old) in the Tunkhannock Area School District by providing a safe environment where youth are able to grow and flourish.

EMDIC Organizational Values:

Community Centered- In our very essence, we are community centered. We will live this out, by being conscious and aware of the communities we are involved in regardless of how large or small the community, its strengths, and its challenges may be.

A People of Presence- We will be a people present with the work, and even more importantly, with the people at hand. We strive to be physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually available to relate and see one another as we are. We believe if tasks or programs are ever prioritized over people, we have lost our way.

A People of Rest- We believe rest is a gift and not something to be earned. Rest is essential for us to be who we want to be. We believe that rest is essential for joy, perseverance, and our other values. We believe rest is for each and every one of us.

A People of Hope- We believe hope has a capacity to transform, redeem, and refocus our lives on the things most important. Joy and perseverance are the fruit of a hope that unwaveringly holds the truth of what is, and the truth of what can or will be.

A Life-Giving People- We desire to be an active force for good in the world. We answer a deep calling to love, listen, and serve our communities in a safe environment.

Commitment to Diversity equity, inclusion and belonging of all people. This value informs our Board recruitment, staffing, and youth that we serve.