What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator- NE position at Westchester Jewish Community Services?
Overview
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is a leading nonprofit organization serving individuals and families throughout Westchester County. Founded in 1943, WJCS provides a vast range of supportive community services each year to 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds.
We are currently seeking a fill-time Coordinator for our Yonkers Margaret’s Place program. The salary range is $52,000-65,000.
Margaret’s Place, a program in partnership with Joe Torre Safe At Home, supports young people affected by interpersonal relationship abuse and trauma by providing a safe place in schools where students meet with a professional counselor or social worker trained in violence intervention and prevention. Our s ervices include individual and group counselling, healthy relationship education, classroom-based curricula, peer leadership development, and training for school staff and parents.
Responsibilities
As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:
In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is a leading nonprofit organization serving individuals and families throughout Westchester County. Founded in 1943, WJCS provides a vast range of supportive community services each year to 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds.
We are currently seeking a fill-time Coordinator for our Yonkers Margaret’s Place program. The salary range is $52,000-65,000.
Margaret’s Place, a program in partnership with Joe Torre Safe At Home, supports young people affected by interpersonal relationship abuse and trauma by providing a safe place in schools where students meet with a professional counselor or social worker trained in violence intervention and prevention. Our s ervices include individual and group counselling, healthy relationship education, classroom-based curricula, peer leadership development, and training for school staff and parents.
Responsibilities
As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Providing individual and group counseling to students.
- Facilitating peer leadership programming and classroom-based curricula.
- Offering workshops and trainings to faculty, students, and parents.
- Delivering both in-person and virtual violence prevention and intervention services.
- Building and maintaining relationships with school administrators, teachers, parents and community members.
- Maintaining accurate case records and program evaluation data.
We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:
- MSW or related professional field; licensure expected within one year of hire.
- Demonstrated experience working with youth, adults and families.
- Clinical experience with interpersonal violence, trauma-informed care and prevention.
- Strong relationship-building skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and initiative
- Thorough knowledge of social work/counseling principles and youth development.
- Proficiency in computer skills and strong oral and written skills in English.
- Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- Generous paid time off
- Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan
- Ongoing Professional Development and Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements
- Disability and life insurance
- Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives
Salary : $52,000 - $65,000
