LifeBASE Launch Program Manager

As Immerse Arkansas continues growing in Central Arkansas, we are looking for a leader to support young adults (17–24) in their transition to adulthood and assist as they maintain independence by overseeing program operations, supervising LifeBase Launch Coaches and providing coaching as needed to ensure youth are given opportunities that promote development and growth, leading to self-sufficiency in the areas of Well Being, At Least One (Healthy Relationships), Stable Housing, and Earning Potential.

POSITION ROLE DEscription

Reporting to the LifeBASE Program Director, the LifeBASE Launch Program Manager’s primary duties include:

  1. Program Management - Manage and lead day-to-day program operations for the LifeBASE program, ensuring that program staff, activities, enrollment, and facilities operate according to IA goals and mission, that youth are able to grow and thrive, and that the team is supported and equipped for good work.

  2. Cross-Program Support - In cooperation with the entire Immerse Arkansas team, create a safety net throughout the various programs of Immerse to ensure all youth receive the best possible care and support, responding timely and appropriately to individual needs.

  3. Coaching - Support youth from crisis and their families following a 2-generation model, walking with them as they achieve sufficiency in the areas of Well Being, At Least One (Healthy Relationships), Stable Housing, and Earning Potential, effectively utilizing Immerse Arkansas’ Overcomer process in a way that upholds Immerse values. (modified caseload)

    4. Team and Personal Development - Continually seek opportunities for growth, understanding, and balance to maintain health, both individually and as a member of the Immerse Arkansas team. Promote teamwork through collaboration, support, and communication.

Qualifications

All employees will be thoroughly committed to Immerse’s mission. The ideal candidate will embrace Immerse’s values of with, worship, and scrappy (visit our About Page to learn what this means!). All candidates should have the following qualifications and experience:

Education: Bachelor's Degree (Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related field). Master's Degree preferred.

Experience: 4+ years experience working with youth from crisis (in or aging out of foster care, adopted, homeless, trafficking victims, etc.), 2+ years people-leading experience.

Additional Requirements:

  • Familiarity with Central Arkansas area resources preferred.

  • Understanding of adolescent development; comfortable interacting with youth in informal settings.

  • Experience with the foster care system or working with youth in crisis is desirable.

  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment, and react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

  • Strong understanding of human development, trauma, and the process of healing for those with trauma and/or be committed to deepening understanding.

  • Has a strong desire to walk with youth ages 14-24 no matter what they are going through.

  • Must demonstrate a commitment to the value of cultural competency.

  • Must be available evenings, weekends and on-call as assigned, during identified days.

  • Must be able to travel within assigned region on a daily basis.

  • Maintain current certification in CPR, First Aid, and other certifications determined by the program.

  • Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be able to travel within the assigned region.

  • Must successfully complete the required background checks and drug screening.

  • Adherence to an ethical code as it relates to the particular professional field.

  • Must be willing to work onsite as this is not a remote position.

Overview

Job Type: Full Time

Work Location: Little Rock

ABOUT IMMERSE ARKANSAS

Immerse Arkansas was founded in 2010 with the mission of helping transform youth from crisis into overcomers. The nonprofit organization serves youth between the ages of 14 and 24, whose past trauma and challenges have created barriers to becoming independent, healthy, successful adults.

Immerse Arkansas works with youth and families to address the underlying trauma resulting from abuse or neglect. We believe that when we surround youth from crisis with unconditional relationships, a vision for their restored future, and tools that anticipate their needs and dreams, we create a climate for healing, growth, and transformation.

Immerse is a collaboration of redemptive innovators who pair ambitious faith with strategy in all pursuits, especially anything labeled as “impossible.” We’re hungry for healing for all, and we’re especially interested in those who have been counted out. We are looking for someone who fits that description to lead one of our programs working directly with youth from crisis ages 14-24.The LifeBASE Launch Program Manager is a full-time, on-site, salaried position.

To apply

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to mfinnie@immersearkansas.org with “LifeBASE Launch Program Manager” as the subject line of the email. For more information and a complete job description, you can visit www.immersearkansas.org/careers.

Morgun Wadley