• Job Description

  Req#: 491545

  Do you want to work with a great team to help students overcome challenges? Would you like to be associated with the largest, most innovative and comprehensive nonprofit of its kind in the United States serving children with special needs related to autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, ADHD, developmental delays?

  Founded in 1975, The Help Group is the largest, most innovative and comprehensive nonprofit of its kind in the United States serving children with special needs related to autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental delays, abuse and emotional problems.

  
  

  Qualifications:

  • Preferred qualifications include a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst), Licensed Therapist, or Special Educator, but consideration will be given to candidates with a background in Sports and Recreational Leadership.
  • Minimum Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology, social work, education, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience working with Developmentally Delayed and Autism Spectrum Disorder communities, specifically toddlers, youth and teens.
  • Previous camp and afterschool enrichment program development required.
  • Strong background in program development, with grant writing experience highly preferred.
  • Outgoing, creative, and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to multitask.
  • Strong community relations and marketing abilities.
  • Strong computer competency.

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, supervise, and oversee all aspects of the Kids Like Me programs, which includes camps, afterschool programs, social skill groups, and family events.
  • Assess the needs of the community and design new programs, program policies, and procedures to address those needs.
  • Ensure program quality and compliance, including program activities, content, implementation, staffing, equipment, supplies, and resources.
  • Ensure the timely and accurate completion of necessary documentation and reports.
  • Implement methods for program evaluation.
  • Recruit, train, and provide oversight and supervision of program staff and volunteers.
  • Collaborate and interface with Help Group and external agency staff and consumers.
  • Continuously search for grants and other funding sources to enhance access to camps/enrichment programs.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of marketing strategies and efforts, including promotional materials to publicize Kids Like Me programs to both the internal and wider communities.
  • Conduct phone screenings, interviews, and intake meetings for potential Kids Like Me clients.
  • Address and resolve parent, consumer, and staff problems, concerns, and complaints related to Kids Like Me Programs.
  • Ensure that all functions are conducted in accordance with Agency guidelines, policies, and procedures.
  • Adjust work schedules or hours as needed to benefit the program, with approval from the Supervisor.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

  
  

  The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment and great benefits, including:

  • Our excellent benefits include a 100% employer-sponsored health insurance plan- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Vacation and Sick Leave

  
  

  Salary $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually

  We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

  
  

• About the company

  The Help Group's ten specialized day schools offer pre-K through high school programs for more than 1,600 students. The Help Group's wide range of mental health and therapy services, child abuse and residential programs extends its reach to more than 6...

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