Program Assistant

LDP Program Assistant  
Status: Full Time/Exempt  
Salary: $50,000-55,000; Commensurate with education, experience and certifications

About HOPE Farm

HOPE Farm Inc.’s ministry and mission are to serve boys without a father at home and their single moms or guardians. Hope Farm is an after-school leadership development program where we introduce our participants to a life governed by belief in Christ and provide an opportunity to be mentored by adult Christian men.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Program Assistant is responsible for the delivery and implementation of HOPE Farm Leadership Development programs. The HOPE Farm programs will be developed around four pillars: Bible Study, Social Development, Academic Enrichment, and Recreation.

JOB DUTIES:

Deliver, implement and supervise program/activities content for HOPE Farm participants in the following categories:

1. Bible Study
2. Stewardship
3. Academic support
4. Recreation
5. Leadership Development
6. Social Skills

•  Ensure that all program activities are staffed, conducted in a safe manner, and all HOPE Farm rules and procedures are followed
• Facilitate and lead school year and summer engagement activities on and off campus for our boys in the program
• Report any accidents and/or incidents to the Program Director or Assistant Program Director immediately and follow all established protocol for emergency response
• Gather qualitative and quantitative data and KPI's of the program’s success as needed for reporting, public presentations, newsletters, and fundraising opportunities
• Meet regularly with Program Director and/or Assistant Program Director to review individual student progress
• Meet with teachers, counselors, and principals on behavior or academic related issues for boys in program
• Make school visits to encourage, empower and inspire boys in their academic environment 
• Consult with mothers and caregivers on behavior related issues
  
• Accompany students on field trips (Some trips may be after hours or on weekends)
• Perform school pick-ups or field trips as back up driver for after school pick up (As needed)
• Represent HOPE Farm at community, fundraising, and special events functions on and off site (As needed)
• All other duties or assignments to support the program as needed by Program Director 

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality, respect privacy, build trust, and establish clear boundaries
• Must pass agency background check to complete hiring compliance 
• Must be empathetic, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft 365 Desktop usage and AI supporting usage
• Must comply with HOPE Farm policies & procedures
• Must model behaviors consistent with HOPE Farm values

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

•  Bachelor’s degree (Required). In education, psychology, sociology or related field
•  Experience in education, mentoring, or youth programs 
•  Current CPR certification and basic first aid knowledge
•  Current Texas Driver’s License, with a clean driving record. Must pass standards for coverage by company carrier

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Salary : $50,000 - $55,000