SYEP Education Coordinator

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Education Coordinator for the Summer Youth Employment Program. This part-time, hybrid role involves developing and facilitating workshops, providing job readiness training, and supporting youth in their career exploration. You will work closely with program participants, helping them connect with job opportunities and develop their career interests. Join a leading multi-service agency dedicated to empowering youth and families, and be part of a collaborative team that values diversity and inclusivity. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while fostering the growth and success of young individuals.

Benefits

Collaborative Team Environment

Inclusive Workplace

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with high school aged youth and SYEP is essential.
• Excellent communication skills required for effective collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate virtual SYEP orientations and workshops.
• Assist participants in job search activities tailored to their interests.

Skills

Communication Skills

Job Readiness Training

Career Exploration

Outreach Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Databases

Common Office Programs

Job description

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The SYEP Education Coordinator works with program staff, in helping the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) participants connect with jobs, provide job readiness training(s) and workshops, and career exploration through SYEP. The SYEP Education Coordinator will help to provide support to participants in developing and maturing their career interests.

REPORTS TO: SYEP Director

LOCATION: Bushwick Leaders High School (Brooklyn) and DeWitt Clinton High School (Bronx)

HOURS: 25 Hours/Week, Hybrid, Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal

SALARY: $17.15-$19.05/hr

Major Duties:

1. Develop and facilitate virtual SYEP orientations and workshops.
2. Attend all program trips as scheduled.
3. Assist the Internship Coordinator with workplace assignments to maintain employment that is consistent with their individual career interest.
4. Assess participants’ career interests on an ongoing basis utilizing background information to develop work experiences.
5. Conduct job development and job search activities directed towards positions that are individualized to the interests and uniqueness of the population served.
6. Provide outreach to employer contacts and serve as an advocate for participants.
7. Attend all in-person workshops 1-2 times a week.
8. Conduct outreach to the program participants regarding attendance, participation, and support.
9. Assist the Program Director in engaging, motivating, and coordinating student participation.
10. Assist with the management of SYEP Payroll for Younger Youth (Ages 14-15).
11. Provide participants with support and linkages to programs and opportunities in the community.
12. Maintain regular participation in meetings coordinated by the DYCD, Sub-contractor, and GSS internal meetings as required.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma Required
2. Experience working with High School Aged Youth and the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)
3. Excellent communication skills, including ability to communicate clearly, effectively and collaboratively with all levels of staff, program participants and external worksite management.
4. Proficiency with computers and hand-held devices, including the ability to use databases and common office programs.

Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success. At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference!

General Requirements: All staff are expected to be committed to the mission, vision, and values of Good Shepherd Services, which includes involvement in quality improvement activities and a willingness and ability to work within a culturally diverse environment.

Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.