Program Coordinator

Company: Center For Family Life in Sunset Park Inc
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: JOB TITLE: Program Coordinator DEPARTMENT: School-Based Programs EXEMPTION: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Program Director SUPERVISES: N/A HOURLY RATE : $27.47 to $29.67 WEEKLY HOURS: 35 hours/week The Program Coordinator/Activity Specialist will implement year-round activities for youth and families in partnership with public schools in Sunset Park. Our programs are staffed by professional social workers, artists, and young adults from the community, who work in collaboration with teachers and administrators. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to Be an active member of the leadership team of social workers and youth development professionals overseeing Center for Family Life’s programs at one of our partner school sites Collaborate with staff to implement afterschool, evening, and summer programs. Create, implement, and facilitate age-appropriate activities for participants in grades K-12 that promote social emotional learning, team building, and leadership development. Utilize group work and group-management skills to engage youth in hands on projects In collaboration with colleagues, plan, and implement special events and other community building activities Assist Program Directors with supervision and professional development training of part-time Group Leader and Youth Worker staff Directly manage crises and provide coverage for children in program as needed QUALIFICATIONS Minimum BA degree Highly organized and able to manage time efficiently Ability to be a genuine and positive member of a team, be flexible Has strong interpersonal, administrative, and organizational skills At least two years of relevant experience with children or teens Experience working in, or in partnership with, schools preferred Groupwork skills and experience preferred Possess a social justice perspective and ability to collaborate with culturally and socioeconomically diverse groups Bilingual Spanish or Mandarin a plus Has an interest in working with participants with some challenging behaviors Has interest in managing and creating positive experiences for groups RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS Build and maintain close, daily interactions with co-workers and supervisors. Effectively communicate with agency staff, school staff, community partners, key stakeholders, and families Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization. Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change Is flexible and works well as a member of a team WORKING CONDITIONS Flexible working in an office setting and non-traditional classroom spaces May also attend various meetings with different departments Two evening shifts a week and 1 Saturday a month required May be exposed to all weather conditions and might be required to work in various temperatures to facilitate activities in various locations inside and outside of the school building BENEFITS Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits along with the opportunity to participate in additional voluntary life, disability, flexible spending account, and 403(b) retirement plan. 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and up to 20 paid vacation days per year. One sick day per month. Individual supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities. WORK SCHEDULE This is a full-time position at 35 per week. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and medical clearance, which will be conducted after a conditional offer is made and accepted. NYC Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the Agency’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Center for Family Life in Sunset Park does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, sexual and reproductive health decisions, height and weight, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender, gender identity, gender expression and sex stereotyping, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information, family care or medical leave status, military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, enrollment in a public assistance program, engaging in protected communications regarding employee wages, requesting a reasonable accommodation on the basis of disability or bona fide religious belief or practice, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws. Consistent with the law, CFLSP also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees; for pregnant employees who request an accommodation with the advice of their health care providers, for pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; for employees who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking; and for applicants and employees based on their religious beliefs and practices. Requirements:

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