Outreach Worker, Youth Enrichment Services (YES) (BIVO)

CAMBA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community organization is seeking an Outreach Worker to engage and support at-risk youth in New York City. This part-time role involves facilitating workshops, mentoring students, and collaborating with school personnel to promote positive youth development. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a passion for empowering young individuals. Join a dedicated team making a difference in the lives of youth and help create a safer, more supportive environment in schools and communities. If you're ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in relevant roles.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with youth.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate workshops on conflict resolution and positive youth development.
• Respond to crisis situations and mediate conflicts.

Skills

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Mentorship

Crisis Intervention

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 73,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth.CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are in living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
Youth Enrichment Services (YES) engages school-aged youth between 12 and 21 years old in programming and supportive services that change the culture around violence and encourage positive youth development. YES is delivered in and around schools in neighborhoods with a high prevalence of community violence. YES staff actively recruit and engage youth who are vulnerable to system involvement and may be at risk for interpersonal violence or who have experienced community violence.

Position: Outreach Worker
Reports To: Assistant Program Director
Location: Multiple Locations

What The Outreach Worker Does:

• Facilitate structured sessions during the school year, providing workshops, group discussions, or mentorship activities focused on topics such as conflict resolution, violence prevention, and positive youth development.
• Work closely with safety staff to identify and engage at-risk youth.
• Serve as a visible, approachable presence during school hours to build relationships with students.
• Detect, interrupt, and mediate conflicts involving students both inside and outside the school.
• Respond to crisis situations promptly, deescalating conflicts and preventing violence through intervention and mentorship.
• Collaborate with school personnel and local law enforcement to address incidents and identify recurring "hot spots" for potential conflicts.
• Provide safe passage for students at least twice weekly (four times weekly for campus schools), ensuring a visible and supportive presence along common routes to public transportation and other high-risk areas.
• Assist in identifying and addressing conflicts that arise during dismissal or early after-school hours.
• Actively recruit high-risk youth into the program, providing ongoing support to address their needs and challenges.
• Establish trust-based relationships with participants, offering guidance and encouragement to help them navigate personal and academic challenges.
• Mentor participants on prosocial behaviors, life skills, and conflict resolution.
• Support marketing efforts, including distributing program materials to the school and surrounding community.
• Document participant interactions, outreach efforts, and mediation activities, maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Participate in regular team meetings and required training sessions to stay informed of program updates and best practices.
• Support program events and activities, providing on-the-ground assistance and mentorship to participants.
• Maintain open communication with the Lead Mediation Specialist and staff to ensure effective service delivery and perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Mediation Specialist or Program Director.

Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 73,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth.CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are in living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
Youth Enrichment Services (YES) engages school-aged youth between 12 and 21 years old in programming and supportive services that change the culture around violence and encourage positive youth development. YES is delivered in and around schools in neighborhoods with a high prevalence of community violence. YES staff actively recruit and engage youth who are vulnerable to system involvement and may be at risk for interpersonal violence or who have experienced community violence.

Position: Outreach Worker
Reports To: Assistant Program Director
Location: Multiple Locations

What The Outreach Worker Does:

• Facilitate structured sessions during the school year, providing workshops, group discussions, or mentorship activities focused on topics such as conflict resolution, violence prevention, and positive youth development.
• Work closely with safety staff to identify and engage at-risk youth.
• Serve as a visible, approachable presence during school hours to build relationships with students.
• Detect, interrupt, and mediate conflicts involving students both inside and outside the school.
• Respond to crisis situations promptly, deescalating conflicts and preventing violence through intervention and mentorship.
• Collaborate with school personnel and local law enforcement to address incidents and identify recurring "hot spots" for potential conflicts.
• Provide safe passage for students at least twice weekly (four times weekly for campus schools), ensuring a visible and supportive presence along common routes to public transportation and other high-risk areas.
• Assist in identifying and addressing conflicts that arise during dismissal or early after-school hours.
• Actively recruit high-risk youth into the program, providing ongoing support to address their needs and challenges.
• Establish trust-based relationships with participants, offering guidance and encouragement to help them navigate personal and academic challenges.
• Mentor participants on prosocial behaviors, life skills, and conflict resolution.
• Support marketing efforts, including distributing program materials to the school and surrounding community.
• Document participant interactions, outreach efforts, and mediation activities, maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Participate in regular team meetings and required training sessions to stay informed of program updates and best practices.
• Support program events and activities, providing on-the-ground assistance and mentorship to participants.
• Maintain open communication with the Lead Mediation Specialist and staff to ensure effective service delivery and perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Mediation Specialist or Program Director.

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency and two years of applicable experience
  

Other Requirements:

• Relevant experience as described above, preferably in a mid-sized (250+ employees) organization.
• Good written & verbal communication.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with participants.

Compensation: $25.00 hourly
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate.This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.

Status: Part-time (Seasonal)


CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.

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