Community School Coordinator

Company: Bay Area Community Resources (BACR)
Location: Richmond
Posted on: September 17, 2023

Job Description:

The Community Schools Coordinator (CSC) will work collaboratively to assess the school community's needs and assets; develop, coordinate and sustain student and family support and opportunities. The CSC will create a high-quality Community School that promotes racial and social justice, youth and family voice, and enhances the ability of young people and families to thrive. The CSC will report directly to the BACR East Bay Director, and work in partnership with the school's principal and the WCCUSD Office of Community Engagement.Benefits:

• Salary range: $65,000 - $68,000 (DOE)
• Approximately 7 weeks off per year (including holidays)
• Additional sick time
• Medical, dental, vision, wellness program, mental health resources, life insurance, flexible spending account, 401(k)
• Professional development opportunities Minimum Qualifications:
  • Experience in management/administration and/or community development in a non-profit and/or human services setting
  • Experience with program planning and implementation, including small and large collaborative meeting facilitation, problem -solving and team building
  • Proven experience working with public school systems, including the development of community schools and the creation and facilitation of community partnerships
  • Demonstrated success in program planning/management activities furthering school success, student achievement, and positive child, youth, and family development Preferred:
    • Bilingual - English/Spanish - a plus.
    • Bachelor's degree in social work, education, or related field, and three years of experience (experience may substitute education)
    • Experience working with low-income communities Specific Responsibilities:
      • Provide leadership and vision to the program in collaboration with administration and other school staff, youth and families, community members, and the school district's community school initiative.
      • Conduct ongoing needs/hopes assessment in order to identify gaps in programs and services, as well as capacity and assets.
      • Establish, nurture and manage quality internal and external partnerships, creating an integrated service delivery system that supports student success and wellness. Utilize data from needs assessment and cultivate new partnerships that address service gaps.
      • Develop and co-facilitate Coordination of Services/CARE Team meetings with providers and school administration to make sure services are being provided in a successful and efficient manner.
      • Monitor achievement of project outcome goals and objectives. Responsible for all administrative tasks, including designing systems, record keeping and report writing and submission to both internal and external stakeholders.
      • Support the writing of grants and develop other resources to increase and sustain program services. Build alliances and identify resources among local community groups and agencies
      • Complete other duties as assigned and attend other site level, community, and District meetings as needed in support of the Community Schools Initiative. About UsBay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year. BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Visit our website at . Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.

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