Youth Program Manager

Youth Program ManagerFull job descriptionAs part of its mission, Alphapointe provides preferential hiring to people with vision impairments (legally blind).Alphapointe is a non-profit agency whose mission is to empower people with vision loss to achieve their goals and aspirations. Alphapointe offers a great working environment that's both challenging and satisfying as well as an array of benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, vacation and sick time, paid holidays and flexible spending options as well as a generous 401(k).Job Summary: Manages the development, implementation, growth, and logistics of programs and services for children and teens who are blind and low vision.Essential Functions:Oversees the planning and implementation of all aspects of 3 camps - Technology, Adventure and ArtManages programming development for EYE (expanding youth experiences) and other youth development programs.Responsible for Summer Transition Employment Program, College Prep, Academic Support and College Exploration programs- secures and confirms participants and placements, ensures compliance with curriculum, and required reporting to state referrers.Ensures that all documentation is completed on program participants to ensure timely reimbursement by state as applicable.Communicates program details to youth, families, and other parties, as needed. Answers questions and helps clients problem solve program issues.Submits program reports to supervisor in a timely manner.Acts as liaison to referral sources. Schedules and assists with planning meetings with clients and referral sources, as necessary.Counsels youth regarding issues of work and school-related behaviors, attendance, etc.Participates in marketing, PR and social media for programs and activities.May participate in professional organizations and conferences.Participates in staff meetings and contributes to the formulation of program development and procedures.Follows criteria and procedures for quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of all programs.Prepares and maintains written curriculum for programs.Manages camp staffing, program personnel and volunteers.Knowledge and Skill Requirements:For this position, a Bachelors degree is preferred, with experience working youth programming.Current knowledge of youth development programmingCulturally competent working with diverse staff, students and youth.Background in working with children and youth with a disability.Excellent oral and written communication skills required.Alphapointe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/VeteranApply here: http://alphapointe.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=3152775&req_loc=306693&&cust_sort1=137623&#job