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Mentorship Leadership Experience (M.L.E.) Program Coordinator (Site Coordinator)

Posted: 04/19/2024

Sports and Recreation

The City of Worcester seeks qualified applicants for the Mentorship Leadership Experience (M.L.E.) Program Coordinator (Site Coordinator) position for the Division of Youth Opportunities within the Department of Health and Human Services. Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, the (M.L.E.) Program Coordinator is responsible for program development, staff training, family engagement, staff supervision and the M.L.E program. Primarily, this position will lead and develop a group of 13–14-year-olds in a youth workforce readiness program. The position will also work with the Recreation Worcester staff to support the implementation of athletic, academic and arts programs for various age groups.

Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:

Develop and implement a curriculum that promotes the development in youth work skill sets, personal growth, and leadership among MLE youth members
Plan, organize, and lead MLE meetings and activities, ensure a safe & engaging environment for all participants
Facilitate discussion and activities that promote team building and leadership development
Support staff in problem solving and crisis management
Performance management of Youth Worker staff

Evaluate quality of program and suggest improvements

Facilitate and continue development of MLE program & curriculum
Facilitate weekly MLE program meetings
Develop and facilitate trainings to develop staff
On site staff supervision

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Strong written and verbal communications skills
Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse populations, organizations, and interests
Ability to work with students with special educational or emotional needs
Ability to multi-task
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback
Ability to build relationships and networking skills with participants, families, colleagues, and community members
Ability to perform work with considerable independent judgment, creativity, and initiative.
Ability to work with minimal supervision

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Two (2) years of youth work experience
Previous administrative experience
Previous staff or volunteer supervision experience
Must have access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel to and from various Recreation Worcester sites on daily basis
Experience working with children and families from diverse cultural, socioeconomic backgrounds and abilities
Experience facilitating activities and programming
Must pass a criminal background check (CORI & SORI)
Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

One (1) year of administrative experience
Two (2) years of staff supervision experience
Two (2) years of experience working with children and families from diverse cultural, socioeconomic backgrounds and abilities
One (1) year of experience facilitating out of school activities and programming
Bilingual candidate
Worcester Resident

SALARY: $17.50 hourly part-time, non-benefitted. Candidates to be selected upon funding determination.

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, preference provided to applicants who applied on or before 05/03/2024. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, HR@worcesterma.gov.