Empowering One-on-One Youth Mentor (At-Risk) | PT/FT

The Children's Home; Town of Ithaca (NY); Presencial; USD 33.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Student Loan Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Opportunities for Professional Develop

403(b) with 6% employer contribution

PTO + 9 paid holidays

Childcare Reimbursement

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (

Descripción de la vacante

The Children's Home is seeking a Youth Coach for the Positive Youth Engagement Program (PYEP) in Ithaca, NY. This role provides targeted mentorship to at-risk youth, helping them transition toward community involvement and develop life skills in a supportive environment.

Both part-time and full-time opportunities are available. The position emphasizes collaboration with families, access to local resources, and strong documentation practices to track progress and outcomes.

Formación

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 1 year experience in child welfare, juvenile justice, or community engagement services strongly preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide one-on-one mentorship to at-risk youth, focusing on reducing the risk of out-of-home placement.
• Work collaboratively with youth and families to identify strengths, set achievable goals, and strengthen connections to school, community, and family.
• Support youth in developing independent life skills and building natural support networks.
• Facilitate access to community-based resources, including mental health services, substance abuse treatment, employment opportunities, and pro-social activities.
• Record and maintain all necessary documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Leverage familiarity with local communities to ensure services are relevant, culturally sensitive and address Social Determinants of Health.
• Act as a positive role model and advocate, helping youth navigate challenges and improve their quality of life.

Educación

High School Diploma/GED

Descripción del empleo

The Children's Home is seeking a Youth Coach for the Positive Youth Engagement Program (PYEP) in Ithaca, NY. This role provides targeted mentorship to at-risk youth, helping them transition toward community involvement and develop life skills in a supportive environment.

Both part-time and full-time opportunities are available. The position emphasizes collaboration with families, access to local resources, and strong documentation practices to track progress and outcomes.