Full Time Refugee Youth Project Specialist

About Baltimore City Community College

Founded in 1947, Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) is comprehensive, urban institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College’s campus is located in West Baltimore and courses are offered throughout the City. With its broad range of degree, certificate, and continuing education programs, affordable tuition, and extensive outreach, BCCC offers educational opportunities to the citizens of Baltimore City and throughout the state of Maryland. BCCC serves over 7,500* students annually, providing credits that transfer to four-year colleges and universities as well as workforce training leading directly to job placement. The College is proud of the fact that over 50 nations are represented within the student body.

* Based on the annual unduplicated credit and non-credit headcount for FY 2023.

Description/Job Summary

This position is responsible for providing coordination assistance to the Refugee Youth Program on site at three different Baltimore City Schools. Responsibilities include liaising with BCCC Refugee Program Manager and on site staff, coordinating on site activities, and managing volunteers and instructors.

Programs are after school and can run until 6:30pm, the RYP Specialist is expected to travel and attend after school programming.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Oversee day to day operations, and travel to Refugee Youth Project (RYP) sites Assist in maintenance of databases for grant reporting purposes
• Manage social media platforms including online blog, Facebook, and Instagram
• accounts
• Manage recruitment, training, and integration of community volunteers into the classroom, supervising and utilizing their presence effectively
• Maintain a positive learning environment
• Ensure the safety of students at all times; adhere to all CDC and City School protocols regarding Covid-19
• Maintain the organization and cleanliness of classrooms and other spaces
• Maintain punctuality, attendance, and provide notification to supervising staff when appropriate
• Attend trainings, events, and meetings for after school programs (occasionally outside of regular hours)
• Comply with various federal, state, and local laws that apply to and regulate responsibilities
• Ensure delivery of supplies to RYP sites Other duties as required

Required Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree.
• 1-3 years of professional work experience.
• Experience working with youth with limited English skills preferred. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience working in a multi-cultural environment a plus.
• Experience working with and supervising volunteers a plus, but not required.