Associate Director of Youth Services (50309)

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Riseboro Community Partnership
Empowering communities through affordable housing, workforce development, and neighborhood revitalization.
Oversees youth programs, staff, budget, compliance, and community partnerships.
4 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Brooklyn, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Affordable housing development
Property management
Homelessness prevention services
Legal services
Workforce development
Senior services
Youth employment programs
Community advocacy
Sector Specialisms
Affordable Housing
Energy Efficiency
Community Services
Property Management
Sustainability
Supportive Services
Housing Development
Senior Services
Role
What you would be doing
data reporting
curriculum development
program supervision
budget management
compliance monitoring
stakeholder engagement
  • Uphold RiseBoro policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
  • Ensure all program data is properly recorded and reported in appropriate database systems
  • In collaboration with Director of Operations, ensure program site complies with respective funding source program regulations and other regulatory authorities including the New York City Department of Health, the NYC Department of Education, and the NYS Office of Children and Family Services
  • In partnership with leadership and data analysts, create reporting dashboards to demonstrate program outcomes and impact
  • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required
  • Develop guidelines to provide structure and guidance to programs and staff
  • With appropriate staff, recruit, hire, supervise and develop program staff.
  • Ensure that all required evaluations, surveys and or assessments are administered and completed in a timely fashion.
  • Establish positive rapport with youth, parents, volunteers and school personnel
  • Work in collaboration with Program Directors to create and promote collaborative engagement and high performing teams
  • Represent RiseBoro during meetings, conferences, and public forums as needed
  • Maintain regular communication with supervisor pertaining to all agency, program, contract, and site related matters.
  • Work with supervisor on proposal writing efforts to secure funding and additional resources for Education Division programs
  • Responsible for supervision, operation, programming, and evaluation of after-school, educational, recreational, and summer camp programming and staff. Coverage areas include program planning, program development and implementation, curriculum development and implementation, coaching, training, assessment and evaluation and team building
  • Provide leadership and direction during program design, planning and implementation in order to contribute to programs’ success
  • Support P rogram Directors and Coordinators in the daily functioning of their programs as well as crucial decision making
  • Complete all local, state, and federal documentation as needed for various funding sources
  • Implement regular planning, training, and staff development sessions with staff
  • Identify collaboration both internally and externally to implement strategy and maximize impact
  • Ensure all contractual mandates are met
  • Ensure for proper use of funds and spend down
  • Assist in preparing annual program budgets and any necessary budget modifications
  • Oversee high quality, safe, and inclusive youth development programs that incorporate RiseBoro’s mission, vision, and positioning
  • With assistance of program staff, make recommendations for corrective action and training to address areas of improvement.
  • Responsible for preparing/reviewing timesheets on a bi-weekly basis and submitting them to the payroll department for processing.
  • Oversee organization of special and culminating events, including showcases that highlight student achievement and culturally enriching field trips
  • Meet with funders as determined by VP
  • Provide oversight, training, evaluation and guidance to youth programming staff leading to their embracement of RiseBoro’s mission and youth development principles and practices contributing toward a safe, motivating, and respectful environment.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key partners that bring resources to the organization
  • Develop and oversee implementation of curriculum that supports youth’s developmental, social, and academic needs; meets contractual requirements; is fun and engaging; and supports family engagement
What you bring
bachelor’s
supervisory
budgeting
compliance
software
teamwork
  • Ability to multitask and meet set deadlines
  • Bachelor’s degree required in Education, Psychology, Sociology or related field
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, program planning, organizational, verbal, and written skills
  • Ability to maintain calm during tense situations and negotiations with a strong ability to create consensus
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience with youth/community program administration required
  • Knowledge of and adherence to the Department of Health, Department of Education, NYS OCFS, and/or NYC DYCD guidelines and polices and their impact on RiseBoro’s programs
  • Demonstrated excellent relationship management skills to advance program goals and objectives in a youth development setting
  • Proficiency with various computer software programs and willingness to learn new ones
  • Demonstrated ability in program outreach and recruitment, budgeting, performance-based contracting and compliance with SACC licensing procedures
  • Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory and management experience and three (3) years of total experience administering youth or community programs
  • Ability to aim beyond program mandates and expectations for the overall benefit of the program and clients served
  • Experience in managing teams
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
  • Proven ability to energize, motivate and engage staff
  • Ability to complete NYS School Age Child Care (SACC regulations) coursework for site supervisors
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
  • Founded with a mission to revitalize neighborhoods and provide affordable housing opportunities.
  • Focus on creating sustainable communities through development, advocacy, and support services.
  • Specializes in the construction, preservation, and management of affordable housing properties.
  • Works closely with local residents, helping them access career development, financial literacy, and educational resources.
  • Supports economic growth by creating jobs and offering workforce training programs.
  • Leverages community-based partnerships to improve local infrastructure and ensure long-term impact.
  • Has developed numerous residential buildings and affordable housing projects across multiple neighborhoods.
  • Invests in the arts, culture, and wellness, promoting a holistic approach to community improvement.
  • A key player in tackling urban displacement and supporting underserved populations in New York.
Culture + Values
353 volunteers
Active community volunteers
Volunteers contribute to participatory budgeting initiatives, reflecting the company's commitment to community engagement.
5,694 participants
Engaged community members
Participants in participatory budgeting initiatives demonstrate strong community involvement in decision-making processes.
1,000 recipients
Annual toy-drive support
The company annually provides holiday gifts to over 1,000 individuals, showcasing its dedication to community well-being.
  • Our inclusive approach helps us achieve our mission to unleash the potential of communities to thrive, no matter the odds.
  • Holistic‑community revitalization model: building affordable housing as neighborhood asset foundation, then layering resource‑linking programs
Environment + Sustainability
100% Affordable
Multi-family Passive House
The first 100% affordable multi-family Passive House project in the U.S.
20% Energy Use
NYC Building Benchmark
Knickerbocker Commons uses only 20% of the energy of an average NYC building of the same size.
60–80% Energy Reduction
Bushwick Retrofit
A Passive House retrofit pilot project in Bushwick achieving significant energy savings.
50% Emissions Reduction
2033 Goal
A target to reduce emissions by 50% within a decade, with an additional 20% reduction in energy intensity.
  • Seven Passive House standard projects completed, including Knickerbocker Commons and Mennonite United.
  • Bethany Senior Terraces: fully-electrified PHIUS Passive House with rooftop solar array covering 100% common-area and ~80% of total building electricity.
  • 1601 DeKalb affordable housing fully electric HVAC, designed to meet Enterprise Green Communities criteria.
Inclusion & Diversity
2020 Plan
Racial Equity Initiative
Comprehensive Racial Equity Action Plan adopted in 2020, spanning 10 categories such as Organizational Culture and Governance.
12‑Member Group
Internal Representation
Established a 12‑member Racial Equity Working Group representing all five divisions and infrastructure.
3 Cooperatives
Graduated Programs
Worker Coop Academy (2020–21) graduated 3 cooperatives, including Black‑led and Queer/Trans‑Black/Brown coops.
  • Launched Community Advisory Committee for community‑led input into decision‑making and program design.
  • Financial investment in leadership, mentorship and professional development of staff of color.
  • Gender‑related outcomes: Womxn‑led Beautifully Fed Food coop; Sisters 3 Tea family‑owned, predominately women operators.
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