You have been working on creating a basic strategic plan for a pilot program at Cedar Lake Community Center, LLC for the last four weeks. The program will address a social need. Explain the social need that you are addressing for your strategic plan for your course project. Which hierarchal design (top-down or bottom-up) do you best think fits the program that you are developing? Be sure to explain how and why the chosen hierarchal design is most applicable from your purview.

My Plan

Part I: Implementation Strategy

1.Develop Outreach Program (Month 1):

Responsible Party: Program Director

Resources Needed: Staff, Outreach Materials

Due Date: Month 1

2. Establish Partnerships (Month 2):

Responsible Party: Community Engagement Coordinator

Resources Needed: Networking, Communication Resources

Due Date: Month 2

3. Design and Implement Educational Programs (Month 3):

Responsible Party: Education Specialist

Resources Needed: Educational Materials, Venue

Due Date: Month 3

4.Set Up Emergency Shelter Assistance (Month 4):

Responsible Party: Shelter Coordinator

Resources Needed: Facilities, Bedding, Staff

Due Date: Month 4

5. Develop Case Management System (Month 5):

Responsible Party: Case Managers

Resources Needed: Software, Training, Office Space

Due Date: Month 5

6. Implement Job Readiness Training (Month 6):

Responsible Party: Employment Specialist

Resources Needed: Training Materials, Partnerships

Due Date: Month 6

7. Introduce Counseling and Rehabilitation Services (Month 7):

Responsible Party: Mental Health Counselors

Resources Needed: Counseling Spaces, Materials

Due Date: Month 7

8. Monitor and Evaluate Program Progress (Ongoing, Quarterly):

Responsible Party: Program Evaluation Team

Resources Needed: Evaluation Tools, Data Analysis Software

9. Adjust Program as Needed (Ongoing, As Needed):

Responsible Party: Program Management Team

Resources Needed: Flexibility, Feedback Mechanisms

SWOT Analysis

Strengths:

1. Comprehensive Support Services: Offering a range of services from emergency shelter to counseling.
2. Community Engagement: Partnerships with local businesses and organizations for job placement.
3. Educational Programs: Prevention and education initiatives to address the root causes of homelessness.
4. Well-Allocated Budget: Clear budget allocation for each program component.

Weaknesses:

1. Initial Resource Requirement: May face resource constraints during the early stages of implementation.
2. Time-Intensive Programs: Services like counseling and rehabilitation may take time to show significant outcomes.
3. Staff Training Needs: Need for continuous training for staff to adapt to evolving challenges.
4. Limited Administrative Budget: Administrative costs might be insufficient for unexpected challenges.

Opportunities:

1. Growing Community Support: Potential for increased community involvement over time.
2. Evolving Partnerships: Opportunities to expand partnerships with new businesses and organizations.
3. Grant Funding: Seek additional funding through grants for specific program components.
4. Technology Integration: Utilize technology for efficient case management and program evaluation.

Threats:

1. Economic Downturn: Economic challenges affecting the availability of resources and job opportunities.
2. Stigma and Misconceptions: Negative community perceptions hinder program success.
3. Policy Changes: Changes in government policies affecting funding or program regulations.
4. Unforeseen Circumstances: Natural disasters or unexpected events impacting program operations.