Job Readiness Counselor

HANAC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

HANAC is seeking Job-Readiness Counselors in New York City to develop young people's work readiness and social skills. Counselors will engage directly with youth, guiding them in their employment journeys and ensuring their well-being within work environments.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work flexibly, and a passion for community development. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of experience in youth services. The position offers $20.76 per hour, with a flexible schedule between 8 am and 11 pm.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years experience in Youth Services.
• Minimum three years of supervisory experience.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct enrollment and participant orientations.
• Maintain and update all participants’ employment files.
• Complete weekly assessments, including a written summary.

Skills

Ability and patience to work with youth

Proficient in Microsoft Office Word/Excel

Excellent verbal and writing skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED; AA/AS degree a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HANAC, Inc. – originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee – is a New York City-based multi‑faceted social services organization. The organization was founded in 1972 to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City.

Job-Readiness Counselors

Job-Readiness Counselors are responsible for establishing and maintaining a working relationship with worksite supervisors. They must conduct themselves in a professional manner, setting the example for all stakeholders, including participants, parents, and co‑workers. They help youth make informed choices and plan for meaningful futures by facilitating orientations, workshops, and project‑based learning activities.

Program Goals

• Develop young people's work readiness and social and job skills
• Provide safe work environments
• Adhere to agency policies and procedures
• Provide integral support services across program units
• Manage programmatic record keeping

Rate of Pay: $20.76 per hour

Work Schedule: Flexible between the hours of 8 am–11 pm

Work Location: Varies depending on company needs. The main location is 23‑16 30th Avenue, Astoria, NY 11102

Major Functions/Accountabilities

• Conduct enrollment, worksite orientations, participant orientations, and workshop components
• Act as liaison to worksites
• Maintain and update all participants’ employment files
• Work closely with Employment/Education Specialist, Job Developer, Education/Youth Employment Coordinator, and Program Aide/Assistant to ensure that participants are attending employment and educational trainings
• Participate in the distribution of debit cards to participants
• Enable youth to acquire positive work habits and develop employment‑related skills
• Light administrative duties such as making phone calls, emailing, faxing, copying, and assembling packets
• Troubleshoot any issues that may arise at worksites and help participants and employers to reach mutual agreements on resolutions
• Intervene as needed to remove participants from work sites and handle potential reassignment in conjunction with the Job Developer and Youth Employment Coordinator
• Complete weekly assessments, including a written summary of the week based on conversations with worksite supervisors and participants and field observations. Conduct weekly interviews with both the participants and worksite supervisors as part of weekly assessment reports
• Distribute and collect all relevant documents from worksites, including timesheets, evaluations, and reflections, and ensure accuracy and completion to meet strict deadlines
• Submit timesheets, weekly assessments, and any other relevant documents to the Youth Employment Coordinator promptly using Dropbox, Google Drive, and other assigned platforms
• Assist with payroll verification as needed
• Participate in weekly meetings with the Youth Workforce team
• Attend staff meetings and professional development training as required
• Complete Basecamp check‑ins twice per day
• Assist with other department duties and projects as needed

Requirements

• Ability and patience to work with youth, recognizing their exuberance and juvenile behavior, particularly in group settings
• Travel within NYC: use public transportation or traverse city streets, occasionally ascend/descend stairs, and be exposed to outside weather conditions
• Ability to work with the public and/or youth
• Remain in a stationary position at a workstation and use a computer at least 50% of the time

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; AA/AS degree a plus
• Minimum three years experience in Youth Services
• Minimum three years of supervisory experience
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Word/Excel 2010; demonstrated work proficiency with the Internet
• Excellent verbal, writing, math, and interpersonal skills are required
• Ability to serve as a strong role model and provide guidance to young workers
• Passion for youth and community development
• Flexibility in schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols if the Company determines the job requires accessing a HANAC worksite