ABOUT COLORADO DREAM FOUNDATION 

Colorado Dream Foundation is a long-term partner to youth. We believe that through a deep, sustained commitment to students and their families, our community can thrive, and our work together can be a key catalyst in fighting systemic oppression. We travel side-by-side with the same group of youth and their families as they navigate education and life, offering academic, social, and emotional support as they learn, grow, and achieve their dreams. No one should take this journey alone. When we fulfill our promises, anything is possible. 

Since our founding in 1988, Colorado Dream Foundation has leveraged proven methods accounting for the whole child and given youth equal access to the resources they need to succeed. Colorado Dream Foundation removes barriers to academic success from elementary school to career through a comprehensive support model focused on four key components: 

• Academic Development 
• Emotional Wellness Development
• College & Career Development
• Systems Advocacy

In 2021, Colorado Dream Foundation began providing affordable and accessible one-on-one and small-group mental health therapeutic services in the Denver metro area and surrounding counties, addressing the unique needs of the local community and fostering a sense of connection and support. We believe dreams can flourish with the right support, methods, and champions in their corner, and hearts can find peace.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Interim Emotional Wellness Manager is a key member of Colorado Dream Foundation's Emotional Wellness and Program Teams. The Interim Emotional Wellness Manager supports the social and emotional development of youth enrolled in the program, manages the daily operation of the Z Place program site alongside the Program Manager, and promotes a program climate and culture conducive to youth’s learning and development. The Interim Emotional Wellness Manager will report to the Program Manager of Z Place and work out of one of our two community-based opportunity centers. The Interim Emotional Wellness Manager position will run through July 5, 2024 with a possible extension through July 26, 2024.

The Interim Emotional Wellness Manager's primary responsibilities include:

Emotional Wellness Service Delivery & Team Member Development:

• Program Management: Oversee the delivery of all Emotional Wellness program lessons for youth enrolled in Colorado Dream Foundation’s Summer Camp at Z Place Opportunity Center and support program team members in developing positive intervention strategies to improve youth's success in the program, at school, at home, and in the greater community 

• Collaboration: Provide coaching and feedback sessions, in partnership with the Program Manager, to the Program Coordinator and Engagement Specialists, ensuring the successful execution of enrichment and emotional wellness programs and the implementation of culturally responsive and trauma-informed care practices

• Feedback: Participate in coaching and feedback sessions with the Senior Director of Emotional Wellness to ensure the successful execution of organizational goals

Data Analysis:

• Data Analysis: Co-facilitate weekly Multi-Teared Systems of Support (MTSS) meetings with Z Place Opportunity Center team members. Create and manage the execution of Individual Youth Behavior Plans as needed to support the development of pro-social behavior and maintain program attendance for all enrolled youth and make recommendations for appropriate intervention adjustments, as needed.

Systems Advocacy

• Program Participant Advocacy: Develop a strong relationship with youth and families in the program to assist in accessing and utilizing community resources to ensure ongoing success. 

Other Duties

• Participating in Colorado Dream Foundation all-staff training, meetings, and events
• Assess the youth's mental health concerns as needed and provide support and/or facilitate a referral to the Therapy program.
• Assist the program team in using trauma-informed and healing-centered approaches to support the behavioral challenges of youth 

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution, required 
• Minimum of three years of experience teaching in a K-12 setting, required
• Experience with teaching Social Emotional Learning 
• Ability to support youth affective needs in a constructive, growth-oriented manner
• Awareness of trauma-informed care and experience in embedding the principles into daily work with youth 
• Demonstrated belief in Colorado Dream Foundation's mission and values
• Record of accomplishment in creating and sustaining an organizational culture that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion
• An unwavering belief that all program participants can be successful
• Strong team player
• Flexible and capable with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining healthy boundaries
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop strong relationships across a diverse spectrum of stakeholders
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and special events as needed
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish is highly preferred

POSITION PAY

$1250/week

Colorado Dream Foundation is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair labor practices. Colorado Dream Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and the ability to perform a job without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, marital status, age, national origin, creed, ancestry, genetic information, legally protected medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, or on any other basis made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. Our policy is to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment, or bias based on these grounds.