PHMC serves as both a direct service provider to individuals, families, and communities across the region and an intermediary agent-managing large-scale contracts, government and philanthropic partnerships, and multidisciplinary initiatives that require operational sophistication, strategic leadership, and deep mission alignment.
Primary Location: 4601 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19139.
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday from10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
FTE: Full-Time
Job Overview:
The Bridge Intensive Prevention Services (BIPS), an after-school program serving at-risk youth ages 10-19 and their families in West Philadelphia, seeks a Site-Based Coordinator to plan and oversee on-site programming using a person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach. Reporting to the BIPS Program Director, the Coordinator organizes youth-focused activities and workshops, facilitates psychoeducational groups and support activities, coordinates monthly Family Nights, plans recreational and educational trips, and assists with planning community service events.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and coordinate on-site programming that meets the needs of at-risk youth ages 10-19 using a person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach.
- Develop curricula, evaluate educational consultants, and monitor group activities to support program quality and youth engagement.
- Organize activities and workshops on topics relevant to program participants.
- Provide individual support sessions and facilitate psychoeducational groups and other support activities.
- Plan and coordinate monthly Family Nights and recreational and educational trips.
- Collaborate with program staff and educational consultants to deliver activities, coordinate guest speakers, and assist with community service events.
- Build and maintain relationships with community organizations throughout Philadelphia to connect youth and families with appropriate resources.
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, community events, and other meetings as assigned.
- Maintain accurate, timely group and attendance records and enter progress notes in the CBPS database.
- Complete required program reports and other documentation.
- Perform additional administrative duties assigned by the Program Director to support program operations and growth.
Work Habits:
- Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Maintains confidentiality and adheres to ethical standards.
- Works independently while also collaborating effectively with team members.
- Practices cultural humility and fosters an inclusive, supportive environment.
- Exhibits empathy, patience, and a nonjudgmental approach to client interactions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- At least four years of experience working with at-risk youth.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with youth, families, colleagues, and community partners.
- Knowledge of adolescent development, family systems, substance use, trauma, and mental health challenges.
- Knowledge of effective strategies for engaging and supporting at-risk youth, including those involved in the juvenile justice system.
- Ability to apply strengths-based, recovery-oriented, and trauma-informed approaches to youth programming.
- Familiarity with youth mentoring practices and issues affecting youth engagement and development.
- Knowledge of community resources, including social services and recreational opportunities for youth and families.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Cultural responsiveness and sensitivity to racial, cultural, and socioeconomic differences, with the ability to adapt activities and interventions to meet diverse needs.
Work Environment and Location:
- Primary Location: 4601 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19139.
- Work Schedule: Monday to Friday from10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m., supporting an after-school program serving youth.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related human services field required.
- At least four years of experience working with at-risk youth is required.
- Experience working with diverse populations, including at-risk youth and their families.
- Experience applying trauma-informed care principles in direct services.
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.