Trauma-Informed Youth Development Specialist

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services in New York seeks a Youth Development Specialist to create a positive, safe, and welcoming environment, build caring relationships with youth, and implement enriching programs. The role emphasizes group activities and collaborative problem solving.

The position involves planning educational and recreational activities, supporting recruitment, managing supplies, and promoting trauma-informed practices. 18 hours per week, non-exempt.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience and comfort mediating conflict with youth.
• Experience or skill in arts, media, dance, sports, recreation or physical education.
• Commitment to a strength‑based, youth development and trauma‑informed approach.
• Experience working or living within the community preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and execution of educational, recreational, and personal enrichment activities.
• Participate in program recruitment and community outreach.
• Manage setup, operation and clean-up of activities and organization, inventory and storage of supplies.
• Encourage and guide participants in examining choices and following directions.
• Manage participant behavior and maintain safety using restorative practices.
• Implement daily routines, schedules and procedures.
• Maintain lesson plans, logs, and documentation requirements.
• Participate in ongoing meetings, conferences and training programs.
• Provide safe passage for participants from the center.
• Promote a non-violent and trauma-informed culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Conflict mediation

Trauma-informed approach

Youth development

Community engagement

Arts/physical activities

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Good Shepherd Services in New York seeks a Youth Development Specialist to create a positive, safe, and welcoming environment, build caring relationships with youth, and implement enriching programs. The role emphasizes group activities and collaborative problem solving.

The position involves planning educational and recreational activities, supporting recruitment, managing supplies, and promoting trauma-informed practices. 18 hours per week, non-exempt.