What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at pii?
Description
Primary Function:
The Chicagobility Program Coordinator is a seasonal position responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading a six-week workforce development program for youth. In collaboration with site staff, the Coordinator will engage participants in career readiness and project-based learning aligned with high-growth industries.
This role focuses on preparing youth for employment by building practical skills, setting expectations for workplace behavior, and exposing participants to real-world career pathways.
Core Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications:
Primary Function:
The Chicagobility Program Coordinator is a seasonal position responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading a six-week workforce development program for youth. In collaboration with site staff, the Coordinator will engage participants in career readiness and project-based learning aligned with high-growth industries.
This role focuses on preparing youth for employment by building practical skills, setting expectations for workplace behavior, and exposing participants to real-world career pathways.
Core Responsibilities
- Design and lead a project connected to a high-growth industry
- Coordinate guest speakers and industry exposure opportunities
- Support youth in obtaining required employment documents
- Provide coaching and feedback on work readiness and professional behavior
- Guide youth in identifying next steps toward employment or career pathways
- Facilitate and supervise all daily program activities for youth participants
- Serve as the primary liaison between participants, agency staff, and DFSS personnel
- Build strong relationships with youth and promote a positive group culture
- Support team building and collaboration across participant cohorts
- Connect youth to wraparound services within the agency and through external partners
- Monitor participant progress in project-based learning and skill development throughout the program
- Plan and implement program activities and service projects
- Develop strategies to maintain strong youth engagement and retention
- Collect and manage required participant documentation, including:
- Parent/Guardian Consent Forms
- ULBGC Membership Enrollment
- Birth Certificate (copy)
- Proof of Chicago Residency
- Daily attendance records
- Enter and maintain accurate data in Cityspan and other required platforms
- Implement and track program performance measures and outcomes
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma required
- Experience working with youth in a structured setting
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to stay organized and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
- Positive, energetic, and professional demeanor
- Ability to accept feedback and work as part of a team
- Experience in after-school or summer programming
- First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)