Youth & Young Adult Income Building Specialist
$28.66 per hourWOMEN IN NEED INC
Job Description
Job Description
Youth & Young Adult Income Building Specialist
Support Youth and Young Adults in Building Pathways to Employment & Education
Brooklyn, NY
$28.66/Hourly
THE ROLE
The Youth & Young Adult Income Building Specialist provides career development, employment readiness, and educational support services to youth and young adults aged 14-21 residing in transitional housing programs. This role partners with internal teams, community organizations, employers, and educational institutions to connect participants with meaningful opportunities that promote long-term self-sufficiency and success.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Deliver employment readiness, career exploration, and resume development workshops for youth and young adults.
- Provide individualized job search, placement, and career coaching services to support employment and educational goals.
- Develop relationships with employers, internship providers, colleges, trade schools, and community partners to expand opportunities for participants.
- Coordinate youth participation in job fairs, career events, college fairs, campus tours, and workforce development programs.
- Conduct outreach and engagement activities to connect participants with employment, training, and educational resources.
- Maintain accurate client records, service plans, and program documentation in agency databases.
- Collaborate with social service staff to ensure integrated, trauma-informed support for youth and young adults.
- Support agency and contract goals by facilitating workshops, tracking outcomes, and participating in program, agency, and community initiatives.
WHO YOU WILL BE
- Bachelor's degree required, plus two (2) years of experience in career coaching, workforce development, job placement, or related services.
- Experience working with youth, young adults, or underserved populations preferred.
- Knowledge of employment readiness, career pathways, workforce development programs, and educational resources.
- Strong relationship-building, communication, and presentation skills.
- Experience facilitating workshops, trainings, or group activities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and client data management systems.
- Commitment to trauma-informed, strengths-based, and client-centered service delivery.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Vacancy posted 19 days ago
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