This job posting was opened on 2/12/25. Please note that we will be considering applications from internal employees exclusively for the first two weeks. After this period we will extend the opportunity to external candidates.

 

Job Overview:   The Youth Program Coordinator is responsible for overseeing grants and services for the IRC Sacramento’s youth programs, including staff supervision across all in-school youth programs. Specifically, the Youth Program Coordinator provides direct team support, creates development plans, and ensures youth services staff are trained and able to provide strong 1-1 and cohort-based client services and community intervention efforts. In addition, the Youth Program Coordinator is responsible for ensuring program compliance, meeting programmatic outcomes, and building strong relationships with community schools. The position reports to the Youth and Education Program Manager.

Major Responsibilities: 

Program Operations

Liaise with IRC Technical Advisors to ensure effective program delivery by utilizing available resources and best practice models within the IRC field office networkEnsure accurate and timely reporting of youth services data to donors and all relevant partiesTrack and report on key outcomes and objectives as outlined for each program area. Effectively communicate outcomes to staff to ensure program goals are metOversee the direct services budget to ensure timely spend-down of youth services fundsWork with the youth services team to ensure all services meet compliance standards and are documented via ETO Ensure will program supplies are ordered and accounted for in a timely manner

Outreach and Enrollment

Build partnerships with school districts, schools, and staff to ensure working partnerships, administrative logistics, and referral systems are implemented for in school youthExpand programming to middle schools through networking and listening sessionsCreate evidence-based program curriculum for expanding programs based on client needsLead all partnership development efforts to connect clients with high quality trainings and wraparound services families need within the communityRepresent the youth programs within the IRC network, in conferences, working groups, communities of practice calls, sharing the creation of client success stories, and other opportunities when availableOversee the recruitment of refugee youth into leadership opportunities to regularly support refugee peers and inform the direction of the youth services IRC Sacramento provides

Staff Supervision and Onboarding

Develop and enhance in school curricula and offerings for youth programming and leadership development and modify on an ongoing basisImplement technical assessments to gauge client strengths, weaknesses, and proficienciesCreate surveys to measure knowledge and social emotion gains made through IRC programsRecruit and oversee skilled volunteers, community members, and professional speakers to support youth programs as mentors and presentersProvide positive supervision of up to four employees, including daily administration, support and performance reviewsComplete administrative responsibilities including tracking time and effort, annual development of professional goals, and the 90 day onboarding planParticipate in and lead program meetings, staff development activities, and fully engage as a member of the teamComply with all policies, procedures and protocols of the agencySeek out and identify scholarships and other support opportunities to help clients with short and long term goalsNetwork extensively with partners in the community to seek additional support clients may need outside of IRCSupport school enrollments, home visits, and Youth Cultural Orientation ensuring newly arrived families are enrolled into school and connected to adequate resources Document client participation and progress, adhering to grant requirements

Other related duties as assigned

Key Working Relationships: 

Position Reports to:  Youth and Education Program Manager

Position directly supervises: In-School Youth Specialists, Youth Case Aides 

Indirect Reporting:  
Internal and/or external contacts: Coordinates regularly with Community Engagement team

 

Job Requirements: 

Education: 

Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience required ; Master’s degree a plus

Work Experience: 

2-3 years’ experience working with refugee youth strongly preferred2-3 years’ experience with youth counseling, case management, or coaching strongly preferred 2-3 years’ experience with working with refugee populations inside of schools strongly preferred2-3 years’ experience working in or managing grant funded programs

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

Strong interpersonal and people management skills requiredMulti-cultural experience and demonstrated ability to communicate well with peopleExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation creationProven ability to take initiative, creatively problem solve and lead with versatility in a fast-paced work environment Ability to engage youth from vulnerable backgrounds including refugee youth in long-term service delivery Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite requiredExperience using data and fiscal tracking systems strongly preferredGrant writing skills strongly preferredFlexible availability necessary

Working Environment:  

Standard office environment including regular travel to employer sites. 

Compensation: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget.  Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.