Fair Futures Coach: Empower Youth toward Academic & Life

The New York Foundling; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Foundling seeks a Fair Futures Coach in New York, NY to support youth who have faced the justice system. You will build relationships, provide 1:1 coaching on academics, career development, and life goals, and connect youth with schools, programs, and mentors.

You will work with families and educators using trauma-informed, strength-based approaches to help youth persist, reflect on setbacks, and plan the next steps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in social work, sociology or psychology.
• Experience with youth and families is preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse populations in a trauma-informed way.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with youth and maintain a caseload of up to 18.
• Provide 1:1 coaching on academic and career goals.
• Offer ongoing social/emotional support and group facilitation when needed.
• Connect youth to schools, programs, and mentors aligned with goals.
• Collaborate with families, tutors, and case planners for wellbeing.

Skills

Trauma-informed

Strength-based

Caseload management

1:1 coaching

Group facilitation

Youth engagement

Collaborative planning

Education

Bachelor's in social work, sociology or psychology

U.S. accredited degree or credential evaluation for non-U.S.

Job description

The New York Foundling seeks a Fair Futures Coach in New York, NY to support youth who have faced the justice system. You will build relationships, provide 1:1 coaching on academics, career development, and life goals, and connect youth with schools, programs, and mentors.

You will work with families and educators using trauma-informed, strength-based approaches to help youth persist, reflect on setbacks, and plan the next steps.