Assistant Program Director (GAINS) (All Sites)

Overview

Working directly under the supervision of the GAINS Program Director, the Assistant GAINS Program Director will assist with the oversight of all programmatic aspects of the year-round Bushwick GAINS Program. The Assistant GAINS Program Director will have direct responsibility for health & safety protocols and programming.

Responsibilities

• Assist the GAINS Program Director with daily supervision and safety of all staff.
• Involvement in the total program with willingness to help in all areas as needed, including food service, outdoor/indoor activities, and classroom coverage.
• Liaise with external (DYCD, OCFS) and off-site (DHQ) personnel, as necessary and directed by the GAINS Program Director.
• Understand, promote, and facilitate the Mission of The Salvation Army.
• Responsible for the site supervision of the program regarding DYCD and all other required protocols.
• Ensure that all communications and concerns related to the operation of the program are handled under proper protocols.
• Share with the GAINS Program Director and Corps Officers all matters of mutual concern relating to the total welfare of the Program.
• Assume leadership of the GAINS Program in the absence of the Program Director.
• Lead participants to and from all activity areas and field trips under the supervision of the GAINS Program Director.
• Interact with city and state agencies to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the daily schedule for the program.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of field trips and daily activities.
• Help maintain and ensure that participants' & staff records are up to date and readily available for inspections; make changes, discharges, and follow-ups as necessary.
• Complete daily facility inspections and assist with the general cleaning of all program areas.
• Plan, implement, and maintain a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with learning standards and addresses the educational, social, developmental, and health needs of the children.
• Keep equipment and materials accessible and in good condition; report any damaged or hazardous equipment to the Corps Officers.
• Prepare and administrate all CACFP, DYCD, and other reports mandated by the GAINS Program.
• Handle all internal and external incidents along with the Program Director.
• Responsible for the professional growth and development of staff through scheduled monthly meetings and performance discussions.
• Maintain professional relationships with staff and parents.
• Create mechanisms for fostering parental engagement in the program.
• Responsible for the ongoing marketing of the School-Age Child Care Program to ensure full capacity year-round.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in child development, elementary education, or related field, or two years of college with 18 credits in a related field, or a School-Age Child Care credential.
• One year in a supervisory role.
• Comfortable and adaptable to working with children.
• Strong work ethic and 2-3 years of work experience with school-aged children (under 13 years of age).
• Must receive at least 15 hours of in-service training on specified subjects during the first year of operation and 30 hours every two years thereafter.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to attain training to meet certification).