Position: Americorps Contract Coordinator

Position: Americorps Contract Coordinator

E-mail: lalexander@jfychicago.org

Description: Under the direction of the Vice president of Programs the AmeriCorps Jobs For Youth Coordinator position is responsible for the recruitment and selection process of eligible JFY clients for program participation in AmeriCorps service projects. Collect and manage necessary client documentation related based on JFY/AmeriCorps standards. Coordinator supervises selected members to ensure AmeriCorps/JFY contract compliance and member outcomes through the use of AmeriCorps and JFY data tracking systems. Routinely meets with leadership of partner host sites to ensure quality service experience for members. Provide the leadership for bi-weekly member meetings to support the coordination of service projects eliminate barriers to member success and facilitate youth development leadership activities. Requirements: Candidate must provide proof of college degree in human services, social work/psychology, education of similar field. Two years experience in working with at-risk and DCFS youth. A working knowledge of AmeriCorps standards and management of federal contract preferred. Experience in managing contracts and the ability to analyze program data.