Position: Full Time, Exempt
Salary Range: $76,960 - $85,280 annual salary
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Wellness Offerings, Holiday and Paid Time
Off for Full Time Employees
Location: Onsite with partially off-site (remote) option available
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Position Summary:
Dream Youth Clinic is the youth-engaged, youth-inspired, adolescent organization providing
no-cost medical services, youth-led programs, youth leadership opportunities, and digital
health education to the most vulnerable youth in the Oakland community ages 13-25. The
Dream Youth Clinics are located within the Wellness Centers of Dreamcatcher and Covenant
House Youth Shelters and the Tiny House Youth Village.
The Director of Programs is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the planning,
implementation, and management of programs that advance the mission of Dream Youth Clinic.
This role involves designing impactful youth-led and youth-centered programs, supervising
program staff, managing budgets, fostering partnerships that support program goals, and
playing an integral role on the Dream Youth Clinic executive leadership team. The Director of
Programs will work closely with the CEO and leadership team to ensure high-quality,
sustainable youth centered programming that meets the needs of the youth we serve, while
continually evaluating and improving program outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
● Lead the development and execution of program strategies and initiatives that align with
the organization’s mission and vision.
● Supervise and mentor program staff, providing guidance, support, and professional
development opportunities.
● Collaborate with the Executive Director and leadership team to establish program goals,
objectives, and measurable outcomes.
● Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring financial oversight and sustainability.
● Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, schools, government
agencies, and other stakeholders to support and expand program offerings.
● Oversee the implementation of program evaluation, program deliverables, and reporting
processes – working with the Data Coordinator to use data to drive continuous
improvement and ensure programs are meeting intended outcomes.
● Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including grants, sponsorships, and
partnerships, in collaboration with the development team.
● Ensure programs are culturally responsive, inclusive, and accessible to the diverse
communities we serve.
● Communicate program successes, challenges, and impact to the CEO, leadership team,
funders, and other stakeholders.
Requirements:
● Bachelor’s degree in social work, public administration, education, or a related field
(Master’s degree preferred).
● 3-5+ years of experience in program management, preferably in the nonprofit or youth
services sector.
● Proven leadership skills with experience supervising teams and managing budgets.
● Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, execute, and evaluate complex
initiatives.
● Experience in program evaluation, program deliverables, data analysis, and using
metrics to inform strategic decisions.
● Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships
with diverse stakeholders.
● Knowledge of youth development principles, trauma-informed practices, and culturally
responsive programming.
● Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice.
● Commitment to working with youth who have been made vulnerable, Black and Brown
youth, and LGBTQ+ youth
● Support for comprehensive youth reproductive rights including parenting, contraception,
and abortion.
Preferred Qualifications:
● Experience working with vulnerable or underserved youth populations.
● Familiarity with grant writing and fundraising processes.
● Understanding of local and national policies related to youth services and education.
Key Competencies:
● Strategic Thinking and Vision – Ability to see the big picture and develop long-term plans
to achieve the organization’s mission.
● Leadership and Team Development – Skilled in leading, motivating, and developing
high-performing teams.
● Financial Acumen – Proficiency in budget management and financial planning.
● Communication and Relationship Building – Strong skills in building partnerships,
fostering collaboration, and advocating for the organization.
● Results-Driven and Impact-Oriented – Focused on creating measurable outcomes and
sustainable change in the lives of youth.
This role is ideal for a passionate, driven leader who is committed to empowering young people
and making a lasting impact in the community.
Dream Youth Clinic is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer and values diversity of culture, thought and lived experiences. We seek talented,
qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, age,
national origin or ancestry, citizenship, conviction history, uniform service membership/veteran
status, physical or mental disability, protected medical conditions, genetic characteristics, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression regardless of physical gender, or any other
consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. Dream uses Check to validate the
eligibility of our new employees to work legally in the United States.