NAC Futures Coach

New Alternatives for Children, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC) invites applications for the NAC Futures Coach, a full-time role based in New York City.

The program provides long‑term coaching, academic and career development, and independent living supports to youth involved with the welfare system. The coach engages 15+ youth aged 14–21+, helps set goals, connects them with schools, resources and mentors, and collaborates with social workers and teachers.

Qualifications

• Highly developed engagement and rapport building skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Solid written and oral skills.
• Willingness to travel throughout NYC, as needed.
• Spanish speaking a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage with and holistically support at least 15 or more young people between the ages of 14 and 21+ years old.
• Work with young people to develop academic, career, housing and other independent living goals; connecting youth to quality 'best‑fit' schools, programs, resources, and opportunities.
• Employ a strengths‑based and youth‑centered approach in the development of goals.
• Attend frequent 1:1 meetings with NAC Futures participants.
• Encourage the involvement of young people with peer‑led groups at NAC such as the Youth Council, Youth Strong, Anime Club, Podcast Club, Outdoor Club, and numerous other groups and clubs.
• Encourage and in some cases facilitate the participation of youth in pro‑social groups and activities outside of NAC.
• Collaborate with NAC's social workers, therapists, nurses, and other specialists to provide expanded, wraparound support to young people.
• Conduct field visits including in the home, at school, and in the community, as needed.
• Connect young people to services and programs at NAC and outside of NAC including mental health, primary care, education support, housing support, workforce support, youth development programs among others.
• Participate in NAC case conferences, staff meetings, and other collaborations, as necessary.
• Attend trainings and professional development opportunities at NAC, with the Center for Fair Futures and other outside entities.
• Assist with and/or facilitate NAC‑based programs, groups, clubs, presentations, and workshops about NAC Futures.
• Collaborate on grant reporting and application opportunities.
• Maintain required notes and data for various NAC and NAC Futures data systems.

Skills

Engagement skills

Organizational skills

Written & oral communication

Travel readiness

Education

Any degree

Job description

NAC Futures Coach

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC) is an innovative and comprehensive child welfare and social services agency that provides essential support to families with at least one family member who has a disability and/or chronic medical condition. Children and their families enter into NAC's services through the city's foster care system, preventive services, or by way of community referral. All of our clients have access to a wide array of services including medical support, therapies, educational advocacy, housing assistance, recreational/cultural opportunities and intensive coaching.

NAC is looking for a Coach who is a creative problem solver to join a fun, hardworking team as a NAC Futures Coach. The NAC Futures program is designed to provide systems involved youth access to long-term coaching and robust academic, career development, and independent living supports. The NAC Futures program seeks to increase graduation rates and post‑secondary enrollment, preventing long‑term child welfare involvement, and helping youth get on a pathway to becoming successful adults.

• Title of Position: NAC Futures Coach
• Position Type: Full Time
• Pay Range: Bachelor‑Level: $50,000 - $55,000. Additional compensation for bilingual skills | Master Level: $60,000 - $65,000. Additional compensation for bilingual skills and licenses (LMSW, LMHC, etc.)
• Location: 825 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019
• Department: NAC Futures Program

Essential Functions

• Engage with and holistically support at least 15 or more young people between the ages of 14 and 21+ years old.
• Work with young people to develop academic, career, housing and other independent living goals; connecting youth to quality 'best‑fit' schools, programs, resources, and opportunities.
• Employ a strengths‑based and youth‑centered approach in the development of goals.
• Attend frequent 1:1 meetings with NAC Futures participants.
• Encourage the involvement of young people with peer‑led groups at NAC such as the Youth Council, Youth Strong, Anime Club, Podcast Club, Outdoor Club, and numerous other groups and clubs.
• Encourage and in some cases facilitate the participation of youth in pro‑social groups and activities outside of NAC.
• Collaborate with NAC's social workers, therapists, nurses, and other specialists to provide expanded, wraparound support to young people.
• Conduct field visits including in the home, at school, and in the community, as needed.
• Connect young people to services and programs at NAC and outside of NAC including mental health, primary care, education support, housing support, workforce support, youth development programs among others.
• Participate in NAC case conferences, staff meetings, and other collaborations, as necessary.
• Attend trainings and professional development opportunities at NAC, with the Center for Fair Futures and other outside entities.
• Assist with and/or facilitate NAC‑based programs, groups, clubs, presentations, and workshops about NAC Futures.
• Collaborate on grant reporting and application opportunities.
• Maintain required notes and data for various NAC and NAC Futures data systems.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Some intern supervision may be necessary.

Travel

• Some travel throughout NYC.

Required Education and Experience

• Qualified candidates of any degree.
• Highly developed engagement and rapport building skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Solid written and oral skills.
• Willingness to travel throughout NYC, as needed.
• Spanish speaking a plus.

Equal Opportunity Statement

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. was founded on the principle of inclusion. We strive to create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace at all levels. It is not enough to serve; we must strive to dismantle oppressive policies and practices. Please read our full DEIB Statement here.

For information on New Alternatives for Children, Inc., visit our website at www.nackidscan.org