RISE Program Coordinator
About Us
Camp Harbor View’s work is focused on providing opportunities to some of Boston’s most historically marginalized communities. We believe that by working with the families in our program we will progress in overcoming many of the barriers of systemic inequity and advancing educational and economic parity. We strive to build a staff and board that is reflective of the communities that we serve.
- Job Title: Rise Program Coordinator
- Reports to: Leadership Academy Director
- Location: Primary: 135 William T Morrissey Blvd, Ste S110A Boston, MA 02125, Seasonal: Long Island, Boston Harbor
- Hours: Exempt, Full Time, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Seasonal: 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM
- Start Date: June, 2025
Summary of Position
The 9th grade RISE (Realizing Interests through Support and Exploration) program guides students through an 8-month journey on identity discovery and developing social-emotional skills. RISE is a prerequisite for the 10th-12th grade Leader in Training (LIT) program. The RISE Program Coordinator’s primary role is to recruit rising 9th graders and plan engaging, age-appropriate curriculum and activities. The coordinator will collaborate with the Leadership Academy Director and team to lead 75-100 students through a program emphasizing Social Emotional Learning, career exploration, college readiness, and executive functioning skills. After the program is complete, the RISE coordinator will guide the students through an interview and application process and narrow down the class to around 40 students to form the next 10th grade LIT cohort.
Throughout the school year, the coordinator will lead a weekly community night. In the summer, the RISE program runs alongside Camp Harbor View on Long Island, where the coordinator will recruit rising 9th graders for year-round programs and support the LIT and camp programs as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Recruit rising 9th graders into the RISE program;
- Create and implement a rich leadership-based curriculum with a focus on SEL and self-discovery that fits monthly program theme;
- Lead leadership workshops, team building activities, and group discussions;
- Maintain program attendance;
- Assist in enforcing expectations for the RISE Program;
- Conduct formal evaluations of the RISE participants’ job goals and post-secondary plans;
- Work with each program participant on an individual basis to set goals and monitor progress toward achieving those goals. Participate in individual and group supervision sessions;
- Passionate about building a culture of college and career prep, vocational education, and expanding opportunities;
- Coordinate and run activities and field trips;
- Maintain cleanliness of program areas;
- Other related duties as specified by the Leadership Academy Director
Qualifications
- Creative, adaptable, detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about young people’s growth and development;
- At least two years’ experience working with youth in an out of school setting
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience working with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant experience
- Ability to motivate others and produce results
- Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent certifications and/or experience
- Strong understanding of the Boston educational landscape and its key dynamics.
- Proven experience in leading administrative systems and processes related to the coordination of youth services
- Proficiency in utilizing data to drive continuous improvement in program outcomes
- Enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative team environment with a strong commitment to the organization’s mission
- BIPOC candidates are strongly encouraged to apply