Deputy Director of Program for students in temporary housing

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Description

Role and Responsibilities: Deputy Director, under the direction of the Director, is responsible for the supervision of the in-person program. The Deputy Director will serve as an appropriate role model for the children and other staff at the site.

• Will support the Director as he/she operates the programs, following MAP's standards, policies, procedures and professional expectations.
• Will actively engage in activities with mentors and students including physical activity, sociology-emotional learning, academic support, and mentorship
• Will supervise different sites
• Will help maintain and inventory supplies needed for the program.
• Under the direction of the Director, will report any staff or child accident/incidents or suspected child abuse injury to the Director as soon as possible. Will fill out appropriate reports, make necessary phone calls, and follow all emergency procedures.
• Will attend all scheduled staff meetings, trainings, and any other meetings deemed necessary by the Director or leadership team.
• Will assist with drills to practice site-evacuation/emergency procedures and can implement such procedures.
• Will report directly to Director regarding all matters concerning the job responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age: 18 years of age; Education: High School Degree or higher
• Must be compliant with NYS SCR fingerprint and security clearances
• Desire and ability to work with children and peers
• Ability to lead and supervise mentors
• Possess the ability to lead students especially leading enrichment and recreational activities
• Basic appreciation and understanding of group management and child development
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance
• Ability to follow and execute schedules and activity plans
• Possess imagination, a sense of humor, patience, conviction, sincerity, enthusiasm, initiative, self-control, adaptability, willingness to learn, integrity, and ingenuity
• Must be able to execute all programs represented in the daily schedule