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About the Role

Counseling In Schools is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Program Director to lead the COMPASS after-school program. This role is critical for the successful operation of school year programs, overseeing daily management, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a safe and enriching environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of daily operations, including supervision of staff, student safety, attendance tracking, and scheduling.
• Maintain communication and partnership with school administrators, DOE personnel, parents, and community stakeholders.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate staff in alignment with SACC and DYCD personnel standards.
• Oversee enrollment, data collection, and reporting in DYCD Connect and other systems.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and licensing requirements.
• Lead program design that incorporates SEL, service learning, culturally responsive pedagogy, and enrichment in literacy, STEM, and arts.
• Serve as liaison for Inclusion and Mental Health Supports, ensuring students with disabilities or special needs receive accommodations and resources.
• Support staff professional growth through reflective supervision, coaching, and PD planning.
• Ensure program activities align with COMPASS goals and quality standards.
• Manage, interview, train, and coach program staff and volunteers.
• Conduct classroom observations and report information to the CIS Supervisor, addressing concerns as they arise.
• Input accurate time and attendance records for all staff, maintain current staff and student files, incident and accident reports, and other required documentation and student data.
• Collaborate with instructors to develop strong curriculum, activities, and ensure program content supports initiative goals and outcomes.
• Create a strong sense of community that values respect, acceptance, and high expectations.

Requirements

• Must pass DOE and DOHMH fingerprinting and background clearance.
• Must be available to work onsite Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
• Must take part in 15 hours of professional development opportunities per year.
• Must be available for some organization events outside of regular business hours.

Skills

• Strong leadership skills
• Conflict-resolution skills
• Diplomacy skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of healing-centered engagement
• Strong understanding of restorative practices
• Capacity to work independently
• Capacity to work collaboratively
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Strong written communication skills
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Email correspondence proficiency
• Database management proficiency

Location

• Onsite

Work Type

• Full-time
• Onsite

Experience Level

• 3+ years of work experience in youth development preferred

Education Level

• Background in social work, education, or related fields preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $65K-78K

Benefits

• 25+ days of PTO plus paid holidays
• Fully company-sponsored healthcare plan (medical, dental, vision)
• Transit check program
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Life insurance coverage
• Referral bonuses

About the Company

• Counseling In Schools (CIS) is a dynamic community-based organization founded in 1986.
• Mission: To promote the emotional and social growth of children so that they can thrive in school and succeed in life.
• CIS has created and fostered relationships with local schools, shelters, and communities to enable New York City’s children to thrive – academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Our expert team includes licensed mental health and youth development professionals who fully integrate into the community.
• We provide programs that equip children, families, teachers, and administrators with the right tools for preventing and coping with the challenges they face.
• We envision and work toward a bright future, full of possibilities, where each child can flourish and reach their full potential.