Parent Community Liaison/Program Associate

MS 361
Operations
Full-time
WHEDco
The Women’s Housing and Economic Development Corporation (WHEDco) is a community development organization founded on the radically simple idea that all people deserve healthy, vibrant communities. We build award-winning, sustainable, affordable homes – but our work is not over when our buildings are complete. WHEDco believes that to be successful, affordable housing must be anchored in strong communities that residents can be proud of. WHEDco’s mission is to give the South Bronx access to all the resources that create thriving neighborhoods – from high-quality early education and after-school programs, to fresh, healthy food, cultural programming, and economic opportunity.
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Description

Job Summary:

The Parent and Community Liaison/Program Assistant will design and implement all aspects of WHEDco’s parent involvement activities. The Parent and Community Liaison/Program Assistant will also assist with the daily operations of the extended day program and summer program.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the director in daily operations of youth programs including the supervision of program staff
  • Develop and manage a parent/community involvement program
  • Act as liaison between program director and program staff
  • Act as liaison between director, program participants and their families
  • Design and facilitate workshops and special events that foster parent/community involvement and improve family interactions in all WHEDco youth programs
  • Conduct family conferences and communicate in English and Spanish with families in emergencies on an as needed basis
  • Provide assistance to WHEDco’s HR team with hiring and payroll issues
  • Order material for all youth programs
  • Take on special assignments that pertain to the goals and objectives of WHEDco’s youth programs and collaborate with other staff as necessary
  • Any and all additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

  • Associate degree in education or a related field required
  • Minimum of three years’ professional experience working with children and/or youth
  • Well organized, able to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Able to work late afternoons and evenings
  • Bilingual (English and Spanish) required
  • Experience facilitating workshops and small group interactions a plus
  • Excellent listening and communication skills
  • Able to effectively communicate with school personnel, program staff, parents, and students
  • Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office
  • Able to be creative and flexible and respond to the changing needs of the extended day program
  • Substantial volunteer work will be considered

Competitive salary ($40,000-$45,000) and excellent benefits.