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Date posted: December 2, 2025
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Job description:
Job Title: Prevention Program Coordinator
Reports to: Program Director
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Classification: Full Time/40 Hours
Specifications: Must be able to work afternoons and evenings
Pay Scale: Position starts at $17.50.
Summary:
This position requires work in a Classroom with youth ages ten to twelve years old. As a member of our team, you will assist in coordinating the implementation of designated youth and family prevention programs that will be provided both during and after school. Conduct the communication, scheduling, and data collection for prescribed prevention programs. Participate in leadership and community engagement activities that will better position Focus on Community for success in prevention practices. Prescribed Programs for this position, including but not limited to Botvin Lifeskills, Strengthening Families, Families and Schools Together, and Opportunities Club.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work of this position. The list is not meant to be exhaustive or restrictive. Other duties may be assigned.
The position must model and support the values of the organization:
Family empowerment that educates to build stronger relationships
Opportunities for youth that provide tools and skills for success
Commitment to quality services provided with a high level of integrity
Unifying our community to develop logical, impactful partnerships
Serving all populations through outreach, invitation, and inclusion
Behaviors
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behaviors:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
Experience working with Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Forms preferred. Knowledge of basic computer hardware and software applications, including email, Internet, and Microsoft Office
Availability
Must be available to work a maximum of two nights a week as needed.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
This position description has been prepared to assist in properly evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, working conditions, etc., present in the classification. It is not intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and characteristic levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direc,t and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind and level of difficulty.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to [email protected].
About Focus on Community, Inc.:
Focus on Community, Inc. promotes healthy families and communities in Racine, WI. Our Strengthening Families Program provides resources and support to help families build strong, positive relationships and enhance their well-being. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of families in our community.
Focus on Community, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Job description:
Job Title: Prevention Program Coordinator
Reports to: Program Director
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Classification: Full Time/40 Hours
Specifications: Must be able to work afternoons and evenings
Pay Scale: Position starts at $17.50.
Summary:
This position requires work in a Classroom with youth ages ten to twelve years old. As a member of our team, you will assist in coordinating the implementation of designated youth and family prevention programs that will be provided both during and after school. Conduct the communication, scheduling, and data collection for prescribed prevention programs. Participate in leadership and community engagement activities that will better position Focus on Community for success in prevention practices. Prescribed Programs for this position, including but not limited to Botvin Lifeskills, Strengthening Families, Families and Schools Together, and Opportunities Club.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work of this position. The list is not meant to be exhaustive or restrictive. Other duties may be assigned.
- Engage in training and preparation for the implementation of the prescribed prevention programs.
- Attend and teach the Lifeskills program with fidelity at designated sites
- Must be able to work independently
- Prepare program curriculum and activities for the program as needed
- Facilitate any other prescribed programs with fidelity by following the approved curricula.
- Implement the program policies put forth by the Program Director
- Develop and maintain a positive relationship with the key people and locations chosen for the prescribed prevention programs.
- Document all activities of the projects using forms developed for this purpose. Maintain copies of all project correspondence.
- Turn in all documentation and paperwork on time
- When prescribed, attend in the capacity designated, evening programming geared towards youth and family development. (FAST or Strengthening Families)
- Participate in outreach activities for the purpose of networking and enhancing program success.
- Assist in the completion of all necessary reports for the prescribed programs regarding the project in sufficient time before the due date so that they may be approved by the Program and Executive Directors.
- Attend designated recruitment events for Focus programs as assigned.
- Work closely with other Focus staff to ensure the success of each program.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
The position must model and support the values of the organization:
Family empowerment that educates to build stronger relationships
Opportunities for youth that provide tools and skills for success
Commitment to quality services provided with a high level of integrity
Unifying our community to develop logical, impactful partnerships
Serving all populations through outreach, invitation, and inclusion
Behaviors
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behaviors:
- Attendance/punctuality. Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; and arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
- Planning/organizing. Prioritizes and plans work activities; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks.
- Quality. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Quantity. Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
- College degree and/or two years of relevant experience, excellent organizational and written skills.
- Experience working with youth ages 10 - 17
- Experience coordinating and managing
- Willingness to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Experience working with Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Forms preferred. Knowledge of basic computer hardware and software applications, including email, Internet, and Microsoft Office
Availability
Must be available to work a maximum of two nights a week as needed.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
This position description has been prepared to assist in properly evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, working conditions, etc., present in the classification. It is not intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and characteristic levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direc,t and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind and level of difficulty.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to [email protected].
About Focus on Community, Inc.:
Focus on Community, Inc. promotes healthy families and communities in Racine, WI. Our Strengthening Families Program provides resources and support to help families build strong, positive relationships and enhance their well-being. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of families in our community.
Focus on Community, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- teaching or work with youth: 2 years (Required)
- Driver's License (Preferred)
- Racine, WI 53403: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Focus works to unite our community in an effort to prevent substance abuse and inspire healthy life choices.
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Focus is a 501 (c) 3 Organization.