Introduction
The ALAMEDA COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE seeks a PROGRAM COORDINATOR for its YOUNG WOMEN’S SATURDAY PROGRAM (YWSP).
In 2011 the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office developed the YWSP to support youth who are victims of and at high risk for commercial sex exploitation.
YWSP is a trauma informed program that creates a safe environment for girls ages 15-18 with a focus of educational and therapeutic care.
The YWSP Program Coordinator will be responsible for program development and facilitation. Following are examples of the duties which the YWSP Program Coordinator will perform:
- Update and modify curriculum that includes presenters from within the community
- Facilitate the Saturday programs/cohorts
- Attend task force and community meetings and events
- Prepare detailed and accurate weekly and quarterly reports
- Conduct outreach to local community groups including schools, churches, and business organizations to inform and educate on program goals and activities
- Establish and maintain liaison with federal, state, and local agencies, community based organizations, and other County departments
- Document and maintain program budget and expenditures
DESCRIPTION
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
In addition to the qualifications above, the ideal candidate will possess outstanding skills in writing and communication as well as the following characteristics:
- Proven experience working with at-risk youth (Knowledge of Alameda County youth programs is desirable)
- The ability to build and maintain successful partnerships and collaboration with multiple agencies to create safety plans and provide opportunities for at-risk youth
- Operates with integrity to maintain confidentiality while treating people with dignity and respect
- Creates and maintains a safe environment and works to positively resolve any conflicts as needed
- Possesses the ability to make effective presentations
- Demonstrates initiative and good judgement in program development
- Appropriately prioritizes, schedules and leverages resources to meet deadlines
Note
Due to the nature of the program, the successful candidate must be able to work a Tuesday – Saturday schedule as well as work some evenings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in the social sciences or a related field;
AND
Three years of experience in professional-level or supervisory work in the direct delivery of services to clients, one year of which must have included program planning and evaluation, or in program administration.
Grant management or similar financial services is preferred.
Substitution: Possession of a Master’s degree in a social science or a related field may be substituted for two years of the required experience.
License: Possession of a valid California driver's license
Selection Plan
Apply: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to dajobs@acgov.org by April 17, 2017
The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office is an equal opportunity employer
