Grand Street Settlement

Department:     Early Childhood Services Reports to:            Director of Evaluation and Compliance  Salary Range:     $50,000 (Annually)   Date:                     April 2021 Job Summary:  The goal of the position is to assist the Director of Evaluation and Compliance (DEC) design and implement monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure compliance with contracts and demonstrate impact of services.  The Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) will help analyze program data to allow Grand Street Settlement (GSS) to more efficiently quantify program outcomes and develop benchmarks by which program performance can be evaluated. The focus of the QAS will be on GSS’s early childhood programs, senior services with varying involvement in other GSS departments.   Qualifications  Associate or Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience required. Good interpersonal skills and strong relationship building with stakeholders/program managers  Interest in data systems including the collection & monitoring process and technical tools, the data visualizations and continuous quality improvement. Interest in human services. Good organization skills and detail-oriented. Ability to take initiative, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal skills. Capacity to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in word processing and Microsoft Excel.  Knowledge of databases, evaluation, research methodology, and statistical analysis a plus.    Essential Duties and Responsibilities  Program Evaluation Manage participant databases and produce reports.  Conduct outreach to staff with respect to data integrity. Support staff with database trainings and respond to staff questions relating to databases. Assist DEC with developing monitoring and evaluation procedures. Design, implement, and analyze surveys for programmatic assessment.  Other projects as needed. Quality Improvement/Data Analysis Assist with coordination and collection of data for various reports such as monthly monitoring reports, quarterly outcome trends, and departmental annual reports. Train users on forms, software, and procedures.  Work with the managers and DEC to ensure that mandated service delivery is documented.  Assist with documentation, assessments, and improvement of data collection and reporting methodology across GSS programs.  Assist with report writing. Support DEC with analysis and formulating recommendations for agency wide planning and Development initiatives.  New Projects/Contract Support Assist DEC with managing preliminary planning for new projects/contracts. Formulate tools and protocols for reporting. Administrative Responsibilities Oversee administrative tasks related to contracts and contract reporting and record keeping. Train staff on these tasks on an as-needed basis, and act as task supervisor. Manually enter data from hardcopy surveys and record keeping into database.  HOW TO APPLY: Submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills & experience meet the specific components you are applying for this position. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three professional references that we can contact (at least one should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center.  https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=grandst&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US No phone calls, please. EOE If selected for this position, applicant must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance (fees may apply); ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.  

DEPARTMENT:       Youth and Community Development Services LOCATION :        Williamsburg, Brooklyn PROGRAM:          Community Schools Initiative REPORTS TO:       Community School Director SALARY:          Commensurate with experience; benefits include health and dental  insurance, a 401k retirement plan, and 24 paid vacation days per  year DATE:             February 2021; summer location and duties may vary SCHEDULE :        Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm (Full-time); some Saturdays and evenings JOB SUMMARY:   Grand Street Settlement is seeking a creative LMSW or LMHC with a can-do attitude to join its Community School Team at Juan Morel Campos Secondary School. Social workers/mental health counselors on the Community School Team take on diverse portfolios of work that include individual and group counseling, supporting school-wide community-building and restorative practices, crisis intervention, and facilitating linkages to other service providers. The social worker or mental health counselor will also work closely with other members of the Community School Team (director, case managers, tutors, and expanded learning time staff) to provide other supports that will enhance the Community School.   EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: New York State LMSW or LMHC from an accredited school of social work (may consider candidates with a provisional license); SIFI certification preferred Bilingual (Spanish) required At least one year’s experience in a school setting; three or more years’ experience working with youth and families in underserved communities preferred Strong experience facilitating counseling groups, providing clinical services, and/or serving as a case manager for youth and families Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, to communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, to prioritize multiple competing tasks, and to take initiative on new projects Strong organizational and computer skills Must be able to pass criminal background check and clearance by NYC Department of Education   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  (REMOTE and IN-PERSON): Provide individual counseling and case management Facilitate group counseling (individually or with co-facilitator) Conduct home visits and other outreach to engage parents in the provision of services to their children and, more broadly, in the school community Collaborate with school staff to meet the needs of students, families, and the school community Support the development of a positive school culture by helping to develop and implement school-wide and targeted initiatives Support the implementation of the Peer Group Connection peer leadership program and/or Middle School Advisory program; co-teach a daily or weekly   classes with a licensed teacher; attend related professional development, including overnight retreats Provide crisis intervention and continued follow-up for youth and families; conduct screenings for suicidality and self-harm Maintain confidential records including assessments, service plans, and case notes Develop and maintain relationships with other community resources to which the Community School Team can refer students and families Supervise one social work intern Perform other duties as assigned HOW TO APPLY Submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the specific components of the position you are apply for.  If selected, we ask that you also provide three (3) professional references (one of whom must be a former supervisor).  Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center. https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=grandst&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US *Community members from Williamsburg, Bedford-Stuyvesant, and the greater Brooklyn area are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. EOE No phone calls, please!

DEPARTMENT:            Early Childhood   REPORTS TO:              Head Start / EHS Director   SALARY:                      $60-65K   JOB SUMMARY:   Provide high-quality, culturally competent child development and program administrative services to Grand St. Settlement Early Childhood Programs.  The Center Director manages teaching staff and comprehensive services for the successful operation of the program.      EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field Position requires a current New York State N-6 certification Excellent writing skills and computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel Must have demonstrated achievement in supervision and management, family and community partnerships and collaborating with diverse teams. Excellent computer skills Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply) Obtain Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency’s policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases certificate within the first year of employment. Meet all employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance Standards.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the HS/ EHS Director, the Center Director shall be responsible for: Planning : Oversee and approve the preparation of daily lesson plans, including individual plans for each child including goal setting based on identified needs. Coordinates coverage and scheduling for center’s staff; Verifies time cards and schedules staffs’ vacation time, sick leave and compensatory time to ensure program coverage and effective program operation. Program Implementation : Implement daily lesson plans in response to children’s needs and interests incorporating observations, anecdotal record keeping, knowledge of early childhood development and the Developmental Continuum ERSEA –Must maintain 97% of enrollment at all times under ERESA requirements.   Family Partnerships : Assist teaching staff in developing a system offering parents opportunities for enhancing and increasing their child observation skills Communication and Service Coordination : Lead regular team meetings and participate in case conferences, as necessary, to ensure service coordination across GSS Early Childhood Services Record Keeping and Reporting : Maintain filing, tracking and documentation systems for the early childhood education service area and ensure confidentiality of child and family records Ongoing Monitoring and Self-Assessment : Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards relating to the education service area. Participates in Annual Self-Assessment, Program Information Report (PIR), CACFP reporting, Community Assessment, Federal Reviews and Policy Council Meetings. Assist with monitoring of classroom environments regularly using formal and informal observation, implement researched and reliable tools (Environmental Rating Scales – ITERS/ ECERS and CLASS) Human Resources and Supervision : Provide ongoing verbal and written feedback consistent with their individual development plans for performance improvement, ensure adherence to Head Start performance standards, and to plan and direct work. Collaborate and manage coaching implementation and professional developments for all staff.  Facilities : Ensures that facilities, materials, and equipment are safe, appropriate, and conducive to learning and reflective of the different ages and stage of development of each child, including children with disabilities in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and DOHMH Article 47 regulations   HOW TO APPLY: Submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills & experience meet the specific components you are applying for this position. We ask that you also provide us with three professional references that we can contact (at least one should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center. https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=grandst&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US No phone calls, please. EOE   If selected for this position, applicant must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance (fees may apply); ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.