Drop-In Center Coordinator: The Bridge Program
Drop-In Center Coordinator
The Bridge Program
Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:00–4:30 | Hourly, Non-Exempt
Do you believe that strong, compassionate childcare can change lives?
The Bridge Program is seeking a Drop-In Center Coordinator to play a vital role in supporting mothers and their children during a critical time of healing and growth. This position helps remove childcare barriers so mothers can fully participate in treatment, appointments, and support services—while ensuring their infants receive safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate care.
If you’re dependable, caring, and passionate about supporting families impacted by substance use and life transitions, this role offers the opportunity to make a real and lasting difference every day.
What You’ll Do
As the Drop-In Center Coordinator, you will oversee the daily operation of the Drop-In Center while providing direct childcare and developmental support to infants of program participants. You’ll also work closely with mothers—modeling healthy interactions, supporting child development, and fostering a warm, safe environment for both parent and child.
Key responsibilities include:
Overseeing day-to-day operations of the Drop-In Center
Providing attentive, developmentally appropriate childcare for infants
Planning and implementing age-appropriate activities based on each child’s developmental stage
Collaborating with the Program Case Manager to support mothers’ participation in appointments, treatment, and support services
Maintaining accurate daily documentation, including attendance, health notes, and developmental observations
Providing parents with daily updates about their child’s activities and progress
Working one-on-one with mothers to model age-appropriate activities and discuss child development topics
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe childcare environment
Managing supplies and inventory, including submitting monthly supply requests
Conducting weekly room inspections for program participants
Creating and distributing a monthly calendar and schedule for program participants
Maintaining flexibility to support occasional non-traditional hours tied to programming needs
What We’re Looking For
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required
Must have at least two (2) years of experience in a childcare setting
Experience working with infants strongly preferred
Demonstrated dependability and consistent attendance
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Basic understanding of substance use disorders
Ability to model positive, socially appropriate behavior
Conflict resolution skills and the ability to support daily living skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Valid New York State Driver’s License
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Preferred
Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
Why This Role Matters
The Drop-In Center is more than childcare—it’s a foundation of stability that allows mothers to focus on recovery, growth, and connection. In this role, you’ll be a trusted presence for children and a supportive partner for mothers navigating complex life changes.
Reports to: Director of Residential Services
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Status: Full-Time | Hourly, Non-Exempt
Salary: $18 an hour
If you’re looking for work that blends childcare, compassion, and community impact, we’d love to hear from you.
The YWCA of Binghamton & Broome County is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented communities to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process.