Workforce Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Summary Job Description:

The Work Program Coordinator develops and oversees the in-house work program at St. John's, from job creation to application process to actual employment to post-employment.  The Coordinator also works with community businesses and enterprises to secure off-grounds employment opportunities for our youth and to monitor their performance in those jobs, as appropriate.

About St. John’s

Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John’s has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. 

Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. 

St. John’s is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. 

Principle Responsibilities

• Working with Departmental leaders, identifies skill sets/qualifications and develops job specs/compensation recommendations and every in-house youth job.  Establishes/over-sees the application process.

• On the job safety concerns.

• In conjunction with departmental supervisors, offers on-the-job guidance, direction and support for our in-house youth workforce.

• Provides job readiness guidance and training for all RTC youth as well as future-oriented vocational guidance and support, in collaboration with teachers, permanency planners and Youth Counseling staff.

• Serves as the agency's primary youth "Job Developer" (i.e., develops relationships with potential community-based employers to identify and match job opportunities with our youth, as appropriate).

• Maintains job schedules for all youth workers.  Keeps current on our youth's job performance (both in-house and off-grounds jobs).  

• Counsels and documents accordingly.  

• Develops and maintains an on-grounds vocational library. 

• Works to develop and maintain strong, caring,therapeutic relationships with all RTC youth.

• Attends treatment meetings as required.

• Assists in other Departmental program activities as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.  

• Valid NY State driver’s license.

• Direct experience working with troubled youth.

• Knowledge of employment, career exploration, and vocational training opportunities that support positive outcomes for youth.

Travel Requirements

This position offers a full-time hybrid schedule and is based in Far Rockaway and requires routine travel to other locations.

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement

With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John’s Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences.

Accessibility

Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

St. John’s Residence for Boys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.