Who We Are
The Marks JCH of Bensonhurst, known as the JCH, is a center of community life in Brooklyn, rooted in Jewish values and fostering an inclusive environment. We help at every life stage, providing critical services that lift people out of poverty, as well as innovative programing that educates and inspires our community members. The Marks JCH is a Jewish community center offering children’s, youth, family, and cultural programs as well as social services, older adult services, resettlement support, and job placement. Marks JCH prides itself on its 360-degree holistic service model, providing services for the whole family and building a Jewish leadership pipeline for the future.
Department Overview
The Marks JCH “Zehut” Teen Department is at the center of our work – offering a diverse set of programs and activities that respond to the changing needs of teens and young adults in the community. The JCH is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for adolescents to explore their interests, build leadership skills and explore careers through year-round internships and Summer Youth Employment program as well as explore their Jewish identity and strengthen their relationships to Israel and the global Jewish community. Zehut Teen department leads community programs and opportunities tailored to tweens, teens and young adults.
Position Summary:
The Director of Teen Services and Leadership Development is responsible for management of the daily operations of the Teen Center, Outreach/Teen Engagement, and the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). Supervising other Teen Department staff and working collaboratively with other Marks JCH employees, the Teen Director plans and implements various programs and Jewish educational experiences for teens and pre-teens. The ideal candidate will provide leadership, manage all aspects of program planning for the department, help in budget development and monitor departmental expenses. An alignment with the mission of the Marks JCH to serve as a hub for the Russian-Speaking Jewish community in Brooklyn and beyond is essential. This is an in-person position that is located in Brooklyn, NY and reports to the Marks JCH Program Director.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, organize, and implement year-round high-quality programs including social events, volunteer opportunities, recreational and educational programs activities that engage pre-teens, teens and young adults
- Play a pivotal leadership role in Marks JCH Day and Overnight Camps
- Envision and administer educational workshops, outings, fairs, and provide individual school advocacy and refer to agency wrap-around support services
- Ensure innovative and effective service delivery, including completion of end-of-program evaluations and close-out reports
- Conduct Jewish leadership initiatives, ensuring proper recruitment, implementation, and oversight
- Envision and execute the Jewish education framework for Teen-related programs, including staff selection and training, curriculum development, and hiring of program specialists
- Hire, supervise, and motivate both full-time and part-time employees within the Teen Department, fostering an inspired team for teen engagement and Jewish experiential education
- Supervise SYEP Coordinator to ensure planning and implementation of SYEP program, securing diverse worksites to ensure placement of over 700 participants
- Represent Marks JCH at conferences and trainings; serve a Program Contact for DYCD, ensuring contract compliance
Additional Responsibilities:
- Maintain monthly statistical reports and ensure all program deliverables are met
- Engage in continuous publicity and outreach efforts for programs and events
- Meet departmental fiscal responsibilities and all funder-related reporting
- Other activities as assigned by the Program Director
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Jewish Studies, Education, Youth Development, Non-Profit Management, or related fields
- Youth/Teen engagement or related experience required
- Demonstrated ability in community engagement of pre-teens, teens, and their parents
- Knowledge of Russian-speaking Jewish community and culture
- Strong organizational skills; ability to take initiative and be a self-starter
- Self-motivated leader who can work independently as well as part of a team
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to plan and organize activities
- Active listening and decision-making skills
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 annually.
- Benefits:
- Up to 30 days of accrued Paid Time Off
- Comprehensive health insurance package, including Dental and Vision options
- Pension, 403B, flexible spending, and transit check options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This is a full-time administrative position that offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of teens and young adults.