PROGRAM COORDINATOR - BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE PROGRAM

Please note this is a part-time 30 hours/week [6 hours per day/5 days per week])in-person/on-the-floor role. Flexible hours required, though approximate working hours will be 12:15PM-6:15PM. Primary work location will be Douglas Elementary located at 17325 2 Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 9P9.
*Please note the sites are not transit-friendly and you must have a reliable source of transportation (must have access to use of a vehicle.)
Reports To: Program/Executive Director
Classification: Program Coordinator 2
Grid: 14
Job Goal: Plans, develops and oversees the day-to-day operation of the Before & After School Care Program. Supervises program staff.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A Child Care Diploma (2 year) from a recognized program.
• Three (3) years recent related experience including one (1) year supervisory or administrative experience.
• Experience and proven ability to work effectively with family and community members.

JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Able to work effectively with diverse communities and constituencies.
• Must be mature and responsible, possessing excellent social skills and ability to relate toothers.
• Must have good time and general management skills.
• Ability to obtain confidence of children and families.
• Ability to work well with other professions and community representatives.
• Resourcefulness and ability to contribute to planning and development of programs.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage crises, and work under stress.

1.Plans and develops the program in consultation with the Program Director.
2.Formulates program policies and procedures and evaluates the program in consultation with the Program Director.
3.Oversees the day-to-day operation of the program by ensuring that the necessary facilities and equipment are in place, program guidelines and policies are adhered to, and program standards and licensing requirements are met.
4.Assigning work to program staff, providing feedback on performance, and conducting performance evaluations.
5.Participates in the recruitment and selection of program staff by performing duties such as screening applicants, participating on interview panels, and making hiring recommendations.
6.Schedules program staff in accordance to program staffing requirements.
7.Orients, determines the need for and provides training to program staff.
8.Monitors and authorizes program expenditures and maintains financial records in accordance with established procedures. Prepares the program budget for submission and presentation to senior management.
9.Promotes public awareness of and support for the program by performing duties such as attending community events.
10.Liaises with community service providers and other professionals to coordinate service provision, and represent the organization or program in external events.
11.Maintains related records and statistics and produces reports as required.
12.Performs other related duties as required.