Cooperative Program Coordinator jobs in Scranton, PA

Status: Full-Time Hourly                        FLSA classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: This position is responsible to provide support for the Lackawanna County program and program director.

• Program Coordinator should have a strong knowledge of the day to day operations of their program, particularly as it relates to contract compliance, service delivery, and the participants intake/referral process for services.
• The work has less to do with general office duties than with assisting in the operation or administration of a local program/unit.  
• Position will also perform Advocate duties. Applicant must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in community, school, and home settings. 

The position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement.

Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelors or Master’s Degree generally preferred; commensurate experience in community-based agency program is acceptable except for programs where the referring authority requires a specific degree. 

• At a minimum, at least one year previous experience in managing personnel and budgets.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience in the provision of home and community-based services.

Program requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance declaration.

Bi-Lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or disability unrelated to job performance or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.