Part-time - Site Based Partnerships and Program Facilitator - Bilingual

Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Metropolitan Chicago•Chicago, IL

2d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-time Bilingual Site Based Partnerships and Program Facilitator reports to the Site Based Manager of Program and Partnerships and builds connections with program partners to create the best 1:1 developmental relationship. This position manages a portfolio of 6 site-based program partnerships across BBBSChi Service Area with schools, institutions, and corporations and serves as the primary point of contact. The Bilingual SB partnerships Facilitator builds connections with key contacts at partner organizations to create rewarding program experiences for volunteers and youth. This includes recruitment of volunteers to serve as mentors and youth for individual programs as well as planning and facilitating fun, developmental activities during program sessions.

Requirements

Applicants with Bachelor's and/or Master's degree required
A belief in the Mission and Vision of BBBS
Minimum 2-4 years' experience working with youth, program management, volunteer management, and/or community or school partnerships is desirable
Exceptional facilitation, interpersonal, and communication skills
The ability to motivate and inspire youth, educators, and professionals
The ability to create an inclusive and equitable program culture for all program participants
Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
The ability to receive and implement feedback and coaching
Comfort in working with a remote team
Experience working with and guiding a diverse array of youth and/ or adults
Experience presenting to diverse groups of individuals, with an ability to be engaging, interactive, and inspiring
Experience providing coaching to youth or adults preferred
High level of efficiency and organization, ability to manage time effectively and efficiently, and handle multiple tasks
Excellent attention to detail and organized work style
Experience working in diverse communities is strongly preferred
Understanding of child development and family dynamics
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and demonstrated ability to present to a variety of audiences, including students, parents, and corporate partners
Ability to work both in a team and independently while exercising good, professional judgment, sound decision making, and problem-solving skills
A strong commitment to quality and results
Must be able to work at least 3-4 evenings per week and some weekends as required to fulfil job responsibilities
This position requires, on a regular basis, travel throughout the city and suburbs of Chicago and Lake County, Indiana.
Applicant will need to attend meetings and other agency events located in our Chicago headquarters as needed.
Applicants must have access to a reliable automobile, a valid driver's license and auto insurance to meet this requirement.

Responsibilities

Recruit potential volunteers and youth for approximately 6 site-based programs by engaging partners, conducting informational meetings, and being an on-site resource to ensure that programs are running at capacity with maximum engagement and participation.
Oversee all logistics, content, and budgets for program sessions, including evening and weekend commitments.
Provide regular reports to program partners to ensure that programs are filled and volunteer and youth participants are fully engaged in program activities and relationship building.
Develop and maintain on-going relationships between school staff and administration, designated corporate partners and BBBSChi, including regular communication and problem-solving.
Lead orientations and training sessions for volunteer mentors, parents, and youth.
Conduct Match Introduction Meetings and activate all new matches.
Develop group and one-on-one projects/activities for mentoring programs and provide on-site support and facilitation during mentoring sessions to develop match relationships, including strategic interventions that strengthen match relationships.
Provide and promote a safe environment for all children involved in the mentoring program, including, but not limited to, reporting/documenting unusual incidents where the safety of a child may be threatened.
Conduct youth reassessments and assist with interviews, as needed.
Support in developing a Standard Report for each program year, including development of an action plan for improving program for the following fiscal year.
Participate in committees to update paperwork, policies, and/or procedures and contribute to team projects.
Provide friendly, approachable customer service, and represent the Agency and our mission in a professional and positive manner.
Other duties as assigned.