Hunger Prevention Program Coordinator - YMCA of Greater Boston
Boston, MA 02115
About the Job
Description
Position: Hunger Prevention Program Coordinator
Location: 316 Huntington Ave/Site Visits
Reports to: Senior Director of Hunger Prevention
Position Type: Part Time
Position Summary:
The YMCA of Greater Boston is dedicated to improving the health of mind, body, and spirit of individuals and families in our communities. We provide welcoming, belonging, and opportunity for all.
The YMCA Hunger Prevention Programs includes both sponsored meals and grocery distribution.
· The YMCA is a year-round food sponsor that provides meals to different sites throughout the city. We are a Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (Nutrition) sponsor of the Summer food Service Program (SFSP) and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
To assist us in meeting our mission and goals, the YMCA is seeking a Program Coordinator to join our team. This is a part-time position.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities:
The Program Coordinator is responsible for conducting monitoring reviews required by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). The Program Coordinator reports to the Senior Director of Hunger Prevention for the responsibilities related to CACFP.
Administration & Coordination:
· Conduct 3 monitoring visits/reviews for each CACFP site. Communicate with site supervisors to conduct reviews and provide feedback.
o Ensure that sites are following compliance protocols and procedures following DESE guidelines.
o Provide TA for sites who need support to maintain compliance.
· Have full understanding of CACFP and SFSP programming to provide sites with technical assistance.
· Support collecting necessary paperwork from sites.
· Attend trainings required by DESE.
· Support in mandatory CACFP trainings for partner sites.
· Develop and maintain strong partnerships with connected sites.
· Performance of other duties as requested by YMCA supervisor.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications and Experience:
· Must be motivated, energetic, punctual, responsible, and exhibit a positive attitude to be an excellent role model for children and staff members.
· Attentive to detail and able to work independently.
· Full commitment to the mission/philosophy of the YMCA.
· Excitement and positive attitude toward working with children, staff, and community.
· Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle to monitor all program sites.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, talk, and listen. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
Work Environment:
· This position will off-site and focus on conducting site visits and traveling to partner locations.
· Car recommended.
Benefits
Why work at the Y?
The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:
- Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
- Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
- Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
- Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
- A healthy work/life balance
- Comprehensive benefits including:
- FREE YMCA Membership for you.
- Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
- Discounted or FREE family membership.
- Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
- Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)
Source : YMCA of Greater Boston
