Program Specialist, Big Brothers Big Sisters at the Y (Bilingual Preferred)

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves.   If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will focus on the recruitment, screening, matching, and support of youth and volunteers paired in mentoring relationships. The Program Specialist is responsible for providing high-level customer service in the volunteer and parent/child enrollment and matching process while executing a high degree of independent judgment in accordance with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) national standards.  The Program Specialist delivers tailored guidance, direction and risk management assistance to volunteers and families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure high-level proficiency in applying child safety and risk management knowledge, policies and procedures throughout all aspects of job function
• Conduct volunteer enrollments including individual orientations, interviews and completion of enrollment processes
• Conduct parent/child enrollments at the child’s home and provide child safety education and program orientation; assess and refer families for alternative or additional services as needed
• Meet established monthly and annual goals for new matches, match quality, documentation quality, processing time and customer satisfaction
• Maintain accurate paperwork and data entry into agency web-based system for each participant according to agency standards including completion of necessary surveys
• Provide timely and comprehensive reports and recommendations for participation in the program based upon enrollment information and assessments of each potential match participant
• Nurture and sustain the mentoring experience for volunteer adults and youth matched in our program
• Effectively coach and motivate volunteers to grow relationships that result in positive youth development

• Partner with community organizations and recruit volunteers and youth for program participation
• Partner with other youth-serving and community organizations in Southern Maryland to re-establish the presence of BBBSY in the area.
• Other Duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in human services or related field.

Experience

• At least one (1) year of work experience in the field of human services or a related field.
• Demonstrated work experience working with both child and adult populations
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and the Google Platform

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills reflecting solid customer service and high-level interviewing skills
• Demonstrated ability to: form appropriate assessment-based relationships; relate well in multicultural environments; maintain confidentiality throughout daily operations; effectively collaborate with other volunteer match staff; use time effectively; and focus on details.
• Demonstrated ability to collect meaningful data and draw solid conclusions.
• Proficiency in computer skills including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Salary : $55,000