Community Advocate - 2002284

Catholic Charities of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of New York seeks a Community Advocate to mentor marginalized youth in schools and community settings, providing mentorship, conflict mediation and career exploration. The role emphasizes lived experience as a resource and supports self-transformation for youth.

The position is part-time with hours from 1 PM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, with potential evenings, late nights, and weekends as needed. Bilingual abilities are preferred for broader community engagement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Over 2 years of experience in youth development; specifically in anti-violence in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a case load of 5 marginalized youth.
• Schedule one-on-one sessions with youth in a safe and appropriate space.
• Practice daily outreach strategies to engage, identify and connect with youth.
• Participate in school and community meetings as violence prevention facilitators.
• Facilitate weekly violence prevention school and community programs.
• Manage and develop a referral system in support of youth and families.
• Design, develop and engage youth in positive programming and events.
• Assist youth in gaining employment/education attainment.
• Attend court in support and advocacy of youth’s well-being.
• Work with partners to identify opportunities for conflict resolution and healing.
• Participate and intervene in local peace and street mediation efforts.
• Attend all trainings and staff meetings.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Bilingual

Leadership

Restorative practices

Partnership-building

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Summary

The Community Advocate are individuals with “lived experience” who use their street knowledge as examples of resilience to support marginalized youth in achieving self-transformation. Community Advocate are responsible for mentoring youth in a school and community setting and providing mentorship, conflict mediation and career explorations.

Hourly Rate: $27.47

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manage a case load of 5 marginalized youth
• Schedule one on one sessions with youth in a safe and appropriate space
• Practice daily outreach strategies to engage, identify and connect with youth
• Participate in school and community meetings as violence prevention facilitators
• Facilitate weekly violence prevention school & community programs
• Manage and develop a referral system in support of youth and families
• Design, develop and engage youth in positive programming and events
• Assist youth in gaining employment/ education attainment
• Attend court in support and advocacy of youth’s well-being
• Work with partners to identify opportunities for conflict resolution and healing
• Participate and intervene in local peace and street mediation efforts
• Attend all trainings and staff meetings

Qualifications

Education and/or experience required:

• 1.High School Diploma
• 2.More than 2 years of experience working in the field of youth development; specifically in antiviolence in a school setting

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time, non exempt position and the schedule is Monday to Friday 1 PM to 6 PM flexible schedule which includes evenings, late nights & weekends on a “as needed basis.”

Skills and Competencies required

• 1.Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills
• 2.Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team
• 3.Ability to handle multiple tasks
• 4.Bilingual, English and Spanish/Arabic/French/Chinese preferred.
• 5.Commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities Community Services
• 6.Demonstrate leadership ability.
• 7.Demonstrate ethical, restorative practices and community-first approaches
• 8.Strong communication, mediation, and partnership-building skills

Catholic Charities and Catholic Charities Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.