Operation Girls Specialist

Classification:

Full-Time Non-Exempt Reports to:

Operation Girls Administrator Department:

Operation Social Services About Operation Restoration:

Operation Restoration (OR) supports women and girls impacted by incarceration to recognize their full potential, restore their lives, and discover new possibilities. At OR, we focus on advocacy, education, economic mobility, and true economic equity for our staff, clients, and community. Our goal is to end the incarceration of women and girls. Incarceration is defined as confinement in prison, jail, immigrant, juvenile or military detention, or a deportation facility. Operation Restoration defines directly impacted women and girls as individuals who are currently or have previously been incarcerated, arrested, or are on probation and/or parole. About the

Position:

Under the direction of the Operation Girls Administrator, the Operation Girls Specialist is responsible for advocating, providing mentorship, and empowering girls & young women. The Operation Girls Specialist is expected to develop and expand program initiatives, cultivate and maintain relationships with referral sources (including local youth detention centers), potential volunteer mentors and donors for girls ages 11-17.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Planning & Implementation Develop and implement long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of the program Develop a 6 week summer program curriculum for mentors and mentees that can be utilized throughout the longevity of the program Develop needed policy and procedures for program Coordinate the Operation Girls Summer Program and connect youth to employment and work-based learning opportunities that build skills and promote career exposure. Develop and implement leadership opportunities for girls within Operation Girls Develop recruitment process to attract both mentors and mentees to the program Build sustainable monthly initiative of engagement for participants Implement effective integration strategies under the supervision of Social Services Lead for Operation Girls Obtain waivers for field trips, transportation services, etc. Assist with marketing for Operation Girls (flyers, brochures, etc.) Build rapport with family members of Operation Girls to address barriers or potential barriers that can impede progress Community Engagement and Partnership Develop relationships with community organizations, courts, schools, and youth facilities to advance the work of Operation Girls and Operation Social Services for referral purposes. Train mentors and volunteers on proper ways to engage with mentees Identify and introduce Operation Girls to community leaders who are invested in the advancement of girls as a way to exemplify leadership in the community Represent Operation Restoration at fundraising and community events Data Management Maintain Operation Girls records by reviewing case notes, logging events and progress to make sure clients' files match data entered in Salesforce database. Ensure client and program information and data is properly maintained in electronic and paper files Program Administration Monitor the program activities on a regular basis and conduct an annual evaluation according to the program evaluation framework Manage expected program deliverables for grant reporting Additional Responsibilities Collaborate daily with Operation Restoration staff to ensure organizational effectiveness Perform related duties as assigned in support of organizational goals At times, this role requires flexibility to work outside of standard business hours to support our mission as a community-centered organization. The role also may include occasional travel.

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

Experience with diverse populations Ability to work collaboratively with school staff, partnering agencies, guardians and various members/groups from the community Be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Strong written and interpersonal communication skills Ability to multi-task and problem solve Be comfortable taking appropriate initiative 2-4 years of experience working with children and teens 2-4 years of experience in a non-profit setting that provides social services Commitment to criminal justice reform Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects at the same time Ability to effectively interact with a wide variety of people in a manner that positively portrays Operation Restoration and its programs Excellent computer skills. Regular use of Microsoft Office and Google products Ability to work well with diverse groups, balance needs and employ objectivity Ability to manage timelines, prioritize multiple products and meet demanding deadlines Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team Flexibility to meet client needs and organizational changes

Competencies:

Team Focused, Cooperative and Collaborative:

Promotes cooperation and collaboration within the team to achieve identified goals

Self-Accountability & Effective Work Standards:

Sets high standards of performance for self and assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks.

Stress Tolerance:

Maintains composure in highly stressful or adverse situations

Valuing Diversity:

Helps to create an environment that embraces diversity and advocates for equity.

Professionalism & Personal Boundaries:

Conducts self within appropriate and expected professional boundaries and policies

Confidentiality, Integrity, Ethics and Trust:

Maintains confidentiality and earns others' trust and respect through honesty and professionalism in all interactions