Prevention and Volunteer Coordinator

Hanover Township Youth and Family Services is seeking a Full-Time Prevention & Volunteer Coordinator.

The Prevention & Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for implementation and oversight of the Alternative Supports Program and the Izaak Walton Youth Center teen activities including weekly drop-in teen nights and monthly teen programming with local park districts. This position works collaboratively with the Youth and Family Services Prevention Specialist to develop outreach and prevention programs utilizing positive youth development and restorative practice methods. Responsible for the development and implementation of the volunteer programs for the department. Works closely with school providers and community groups to meet program goals and objectives. Assists with meeting the mission of Youth and Family Services by supporting students who are at risk through the development of positive alternatives.

The Prevention & Volunteer Coordinator position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and the salary is $51,000 annually.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Capacity to identify and manage multiple projects, programs, and services in an efficient and effective manner.
• Patience in working with youth that may have behavioral and learning limitations.
• Familiarity with Social Work best practices and theories.
• Knowledge of positive youth development and restorative practices in conflict resolution.
• Ability to clearly convey instructions to employees or team. Capable of speaking clearly and effectively before groups of people and answering questions appropriately.
• Ability to read and interpret all types of documents including safety rules and regulations, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to create and edit reports and correspondence from varied source material using appropriate style and format.
• Ability to maintain effective professional relationships with elected officials, staff, students, parents, school administrators and vendors.
• Ability to interface effectively with diverse populations, including ethnicity, education, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and adapt to different environments.

Education, Experience, and Computer Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Human Services or related field. Master’s Degree in related field preferred.
• One year of experience in program planning or volunteer management is preferred.
• Experience in developing leadership skills, peer mentorship, and grants administration is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with utilizing an electronic records system.
• Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications including, but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Special Requirements:

• Willingness to work regular evenings and occasional weekends as requested.
• Required to transport student participants in a large vehicle and undergo bus training as needed.
• Possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License.
• Must become certified in Safety and Food Handling within 90 days of hire.

Benefits:

• Excellent benefits package including major medical coverage, vision, dental, life insurance
• Retirement PENSION through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
• 457(b) Plan Retirement Plan
• Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
• Yearly training allowance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 12 PAID Holidays per year
• 5 PAID Vacation Days after 30 days of employment (10 Vacation Days after one year of employment, 15 Vacation Days after completing 5 years of employment)
• 12 PAID Sick Days per year (accrue one sick day per month)
• Up to 40 hours of Paid Leave for All Workers per year
• 1 PAID Floating Holiday per calendar year

 Please submit a resume and cover letter to the Prevention Services Manager, Jennifer Solis, at jsolis@hanover-township.org.  A copy of the complete job description can be found at https://www.hanover-township.org.  Hanover Township is an equal opportunity employer.