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The Fresh Start Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the Fresh Start Program, which provides comprehensive services to at-risk young adults aged 17–25. This includes educational, employment, and independent living skills training opportunities through collaboration with community partners. This position also provides participants with direct support and life skills training to promote personal and professional development.The starting wage for this position is $24.19 to $30.24 per hour. This is a 36 hours per week position and the scheduled will be Monday through Thursday.

Essential Functions:

Program Coordination:

  • Collaborate with community partners (e.g., CVTC, probation & parole, school districts).
  • Promote the program through public engagement and representation at community and professional events.
  • Maintain accurate records of volunteer contributions and in-kind support.
  • Ensure compliance with grant requirements and performance measures.
  • Complete and submit weekly living allowance forms and bi-weekly funding hour documentation.
  • Assist the Program Director with monthly, quarterly, and annual grant reporting (e.g., AmeriCorps).
  • Maintain participant records in grant-related databases.
  • Attend all mandatory grant-related trainings.
  • Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and selecting Fresh Start program participants.
  • Foster collaboration with partner agencies and program stakeholders.

 

Case Management:

  • Provide case management services for all program participants.
  • Onboard new participants and train them on program operations, policies, and expectations, including participation in Volunteer Week.
  • Conduct monthly participant evaluations.
  • Support participants in developing and achieving individual goals using the Bridge to Self-Sufficiency framework.
  • Assist participants in identifying and overcoming employment barriers.
  • Facilitate group activities that promote problem-solving and team building.
  • Contribute to the development and delivery of program curricula.
  • Support the tracking and completion of community service hours and required appointments (e.g., probation).
  • Provide transportation for participants when needed.
  • Accompany participants on field trips, trainings, and tours.
  • Supervise participants at construction sites and enforce safety protocols.
  • Deliver Western Dairyland safety training to all participants.
  • Coordinate monthly participant follow-ups in collaboration with the teacher/transition coordinator.

Mental Demands:

The employee in this position must be able to:

  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with partners, clients, and contractors.
  • Learn and adhere to Western Dairyland and funding agency regulations and procedures.
  • Communicate clearly over the phone and in person.
  • Analyze and solve problems effectively.
  • Perform under pressure and in stressful situations.
  • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Work efficiently in environments with frequent interruptions.
  • Actively listen and respond thoughtfully to inquiries.
  • Deliver presentations and respond to questions professionally.

 

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:  

  • Demonstrate working knowledge of grant policies and procedures.
  • Foster and maintain cooperative partnerships.
  • Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Attend required meetings, trainings, and workshops.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

 

QUALIFICATIONS   

To perform this job successfully, an employee must:  

  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all program and participant information.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard computer applications.
  • Competent in using common office equipment.
  • Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to make sound, timely decisions.
  • Proven multitasking and organizational skills.
  • Comfortable delivering presentations to varied audiences.
  • Strong attention to detail and time management.

 

Education and/or Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required.
  • challenges faced by at-risk young adults.
  • Strong understanding of local community resources.
  • Experience in group facilitation.

 

WESTERN DAIRYLAND IS COMMITTED TO EMPLOYEE WELLNESS AND WORK-LIFE BALANCE. WE HAVE IMPLEMENTED A FOUR-DAY 36-HOUR WORK WEEK!

We offer a complete benefit package, including: 

Vacation, personal leave, holidays, sick leave

  • Vacation time accrued at 0.05769 hours per hours worked
  • 25 hours of personal time (prorated at start time)
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Sick leave accrued at 0.05709 hours per hour worked
    • approximately 6 hours of sick leave per month for full-time employees
    • maximum accrued sick leave of 408hours
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability agency paid

401(k) plan with up to a 6% match 

Employees can contribute immediately. After 1 year of employment, the agency will contribute between 3 and 6 percent, dependent on the employee's contribution.

Health Insurance

  • 90% of premiums covered for individual coverage
  • 75% premiums covered for additional coverage needed
  • $3,750 deductible reimbursement for individuals and up to $6,500 reimbursed for family deductibles
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for both Health and Dependent Care

Dental Insurance

  • Employee Only $36.67 per month
  • Employee + Family $108.20 per month

Vision Insurance

  • Employee Only $5.43 per month
  • Employee + Spouse $12.47 per month
  • Employee + Child(ren) $13.82 per month
  • Employee + Family $21.10 per month

Additional Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program - fully paid
  • Basic Life Insurance - fully paid (plus additional group coverage amounts)
  • Flexible work schedule with generous accommodations for family, school, and volunteer commitments
  • Opportunities for continuing education, conferences, and classes
  • Employees have access to our Discount Marketplace
  • WDEOC is a qualified employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program