Youth Program Coordinator/ 40 hours, Temporary (Sept.-June) / BWH CCHHE

Brigham and Women's Hospital's Center for Community Health and Health Equity (BWH CCHHE) advances systems of care and community health programs to eliminate health inequities and elevate the health status of underserved communities. The CCHHE works with a wide range of community organizations, health centers, and schools to accomplish this mission. BWH's youth programs are built upon the commitment of the hospital to fostering a diverse workforce in the healthcare field and a strong belief that educational and employment opportunity is a vital ingredient for community wellness. The youth programs work in partnership with local schools and service students from elementary school to college.

High School and College Programs

Since 2000, the CCHHE has coordinated the Student Success Jobs Program (SSJP), a year-round paid internship program for 100 students from 8 Boston public high schools. Students are matched with department mentors, are provided with academic and social supports, and are prepared for college and beyond. The program is nationally recognized and highly successful with 100% of our students graduating from high school and matriculating to college. With 75% majoring in health careers and science, the SSJP program has provided the solid foundation for a skilled and diverse workforce from our surrounding Boston neighborhoods.

The Education and Alumni Coordinator will work across CCHHE youth programs by developing and leading educational support program components for high school students. The Coordinator also leads the effort to communicate and support student alumni in their college years and beyond. The Coordinator will contribute to shaping a system within Mass General Brigham to support college graduates seeking medical school, employment, guiding students and other BWH personnel as well as monitor the effectiveness of post college employment support.

The SSJP Education and Alumni Coordinator will report directly to the Youth Development Program Director within a team of five staff delivering the eight CCHHE youth programs (see https://www.brighamandwomens.org/about-bwh/community-health-equity/youth-programs for full details)

Job description:

Program Development and Delivery

High School Focus

• Coordinate the delivery of student academic support services provided by program consultants, with intern assistance, including weekly tutoring, SAT preparation as well as college preparation assistance and college tours. This Includes all communication and planning with consultants, student enrollment in appropriate services, tracking attendance, and communication with students regarding services provided.
• Collaborate with Evaluation Team to develop evaluation tools to measure success of academic programs and scholarship.
• Identify skills that high school students need to support their successful transition to college and beyond. Provide guidance on these topics in the form of seminars and individual guidance, including the College Summer Bridge program.
• Manage the established SSJP College Scholarship application and award process with intern support including compiling of applications, securing necessary documentation from students' college enrollment and financial aid, coordinating the scholarship committee and oversight and monitoring of student scholarships to universities.
• Develop and deliver communication to students and families about all academic services offered.
• Assist with SSJP graduation and create and coordinate the development and production of SSJP Yearbook for seniors with assistance.

College Focus

• Lead communication with all SSJP alumni through their college years to provide connections to resources and individual support related to academic, social, mental, and professional success. Communicate in the form of semester advising appointments and follow-up appointments, monthly newsletters, and email correspondence.
• Coordinate on campus support, such as: alumni meet ups, care packages, in person meetings when feasible
• Develop relationships and communication with key educational institutions and other organizations to advance student opportunities
• Update student information and track check-ins and other forms of student contact in ETO, the evaluation tracking software utilized
• Develop and coordinate alumni events, including winter and spring break social and career-development events.
• Collaborate with Evaluation Team and UMDI to revise and distribute annual Alumni Survey and any additional evaluation efforts.
• Help develop and coordinate an SSJP Alumni Committee to plan additional social and career development opportunities for alumni.
• Coordinate tutoring by program consultants for select college students

SSJP Summer College Internship

• Interview, hire, and onboard 30 eligible SSJP alumni college students for SSJP College Summer internship.
• Communicate with various BWH department staff to cultivate internship placements to match interns' academic and professional goals.
• Run orientation and 3-5 additional career-development seminars (as well as optional career panels and additional learning opportunities) for interns.

Pre-Med Program

• Help design and deliver new mentorship program for SSJP alumni pre-med students including matching pre-med students with physician mentors and medical school application supports.
• Collaborate with BWH physicians, Program Director, and others across BWH to raise awareness of program and recruit mentors for all pre-med students.
• Pair each pre-med student with a BWH doctor to mentor the student throughout their college experience.
• Collaborate with mentors to place pre-med students in meaningful summer work opportunities, both within and outside of SSJP College Summer Internship.
• Coordinate supports for MCAT and medical school applications
• Collaborate with Evaluation Team and Program Director to develop evaluation tools to measure success of Pre-Med program

Post College/ Career Focus

• Coordinate and support system efforts to increase employment opportunities for SSJP alumni
• Create and organize a network of SSJP alumni young professionals focused on professional development, job opportunities, and connection to younger alumni
• Act as the liaison between Youth programs and Human Resources and Talent Acquisition to best connect SSJP alumni with professional development and job opportunities.
• Hold optional career-coaching appointments with college students and recent graduates, providing students with feedback on resumes, cover letters, and graduate school applications.
• Develop and coordinate alumni events, including winter and spring break social and career-development events.
• Collaborate with MGB affiliates to produce specific career development opportunities for college juniors and seniors.
• Communicate regularly with BWH HR team to convey employment needs of college seniors and recent graduates. Attend all meetings with Program Director with MGB Talent Acquisition.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on career paths within healthcare and STEM fields and the qualifications and job requirements of those career paths.

Networking and Meeting Participation

• Participate in network meetings as required in the job and youth development sector.
• Contribute to program evaluation and innovation to support the long-term success of our students
• Participate actively as a member of the Youth Program Team; attend Team meetings and events, and other CCHHE and community meetings as required.
• Remain informed about job trends in the healthcare sector and knowledgeable about qualifications and job requirements.
• Other duties as required to fulfill the requirements of the role. Evening and weekend work may be required on occasion to fill the requirements of the role.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED required. Bachelor's degree perferred.
• A minimum of 2 -5 years' experience working in youth development and/or teachin with college and high school students in both academic and non-academic setting

Skills/ Abilities

• Experience teaching young people in an academic and non-academic setting using a trauma informed practice.
• Strong program planning and administrative skills and ability to prioritize work demands to meet project deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of challenges faced for students in college (especially first-generation college students) and the ability to help students navigate the challenges of college.
• Knowledge of trends in workforce development.
• Demonstrated ability to assist young people with the transition from high school to college.
• Familiarity with workforce development trends and job searching strategies, trends, networks, etc
• Experience working in diverse communities.
• Strong writing skills.
• Capacity to develop and evolve programs.
• Experience working with diverse communities and persons of varying educational levels
• Active interest in social, educational, professional and emotional growth and stability of young people and sustainable health improvement opportunities for communities.
• Bilingual a plus.
• Willingness to attend evening meetings and some weekend events as needed to fulfill the expectations of the role.
• Capacity to respond swiftly and effectively to pressing student needs while also contributing to the development of program components that build resiliency in young people.
• Superior communication skills and ability to collaborate with numerous stakeholders.

EEO Statement

Brigham and Women's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. BWH I CARE Standards