Youth Development Specialist

JOB DETAILS Job Location: International High School at Lafayette - Brooklyn, NY 11214 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $26.93 - $29.12 Hourly Job Shift: Day and occasional weekends and evenings Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is a social services organization advancing the social and economic well‑being of immigrant and low‑income New Yorkers through holistic services and community‑led impact. CPC is the nation’s largest Asian American social services organization and serves as a trusted community anchor to over 80,000 community members who are served by CPC annually through 50+ high‑quality programs and services across 35 sites in New York City. (For more information, please visit: PROGRAM DESCRIPTION CPC Education and Career Services (ECS) provides dynamic programs and activities that bridge youth and adults with their highest educational, economic, and leadership potential. ECS believes it is never too early or too late to start learning, which is why we use an asset‑based approach to maximize clients’ current strengths. Whether in our schools, community centers, or internship sites, ECS creates equitable learning environments that promote leadership development, self‑advocacy, and community building. Our programs equip clients with essential skills and experiences today so that they are empowered to take the next step tomorrow. School Violence Prevention Program (SVP): NYSED SVP program provides students with a safe, supportive environment focused on preventing violence and promoting positive decision‑making. Through mentoring, conflict‑resolution workshops, social‑emotional learning, leadership activities, academic support, and recreational enrichment, students develop communication, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills. The program empowers youth to manage conflicts peacefully, build positive relationships, and contribute to a safe and supportive school community. Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP): Funded through the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) provides New York City youth between the ages of 14 to 24 with paid, summer work experience and project‑based learning opportunities for up to six weeks in July and August. Participants work in entry‑level positions across a variety of sectors and industries, and are provided with workshops on job readiness, career exploration, financial literacy, continuing education, and other life. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Act as a liaison between CPC, worksites / industry partners, and funding agency. Assist and guide high school students with their short‑and‑long term goals, whether it be academically, financially, or professionally. Refer CPC’s direct services and resources to youth and families as they navigate the American Culture as new immigrants. Develop and facilitate informative and interactive workshops related to positive, holistic youth development. Provide individualized guidance and counseling, and case management services; enter participant case notes and track progress, including services received. Assist with recruitment, enrollment, and retention of program participants. Maintain participant files/programmatic documents and track attendance, progress, and outcomes. Establish and develop new partnerships with variety sectors and industries and maintain ongoing relationships with existing partnerships. Streamline an effective process in enrollment and job placement. Planning and facilitation of work readiness training, interactive project‑based learning workshops, and program orientation. Comply with all DYCD policies and administrative procedures. Provide support and/or troubleshooting to program‑related inquiries. Perform weekly assessments with worksites; survey and evaluate participants and worksites. Assist with program audits, closeouts, and site visits administered by DYCD. Attend staff meeting training as required by CPC and DYCD. Assist with administrative aspects of the SYEP program with data entry, compiling, filing, and organizing and maintaining worksites and participants folders (hard copy or digital) Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Program Director. Education and Experience Current college student: College graduate preferred. Prior experience working with High School youths and families is preferred but not necessary. Skills and Competencies Strong work ethic and demonstrated passion for youth development. Dynamic, engaging, and capable of effectively working in a team environment. Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills; knowledge of teen and immigrant issues helpful Knowledge of MS office applications and virtual platforms such as Zoom, Teams, and Webex. Willingness to travel to worksites via public transportation. Bilingual; fluency in English and any of the following languages Arabic/Chinese/Spanish. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW $26.93- $29.12 per hour (equivalent annual salary of $49K to $53K); 35 hours per week. CPC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages, including generous paid time off (holiday, sick and vacation time), Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance Coverage, and 403(b) Retirement Plan. CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr