Youth Advocate (Crown Heights, Brooklyn)

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k Pension and Employer Contribution

Flexible Spending and CommuterBenefits

Disability/Life/AD&D insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Child Center of NY is seeking a College and Career Advisor to guide students toward school success, workplace readiness, and future professional goals. The role involves advising students and families on college options, financial aid, and career pathways, with a focus on empowering youth in NYC communities.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress, coordinating interventions, and partnering with schools and community organizations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali or other language may be required.
• Experience working with youth for at least one year.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student academic progress and coordinate interventions to support graduation.
• Educate and advise students and parents about postsecondary options and funding sources.
• Publicize information on standardized tests and support AP/PSAT administration.
• Assess interests and develop academic/career goals with students.
• Advocate for students’ rights and self-advocacy.
• Provide timely support for issues affecting school performance and refer to mental health services if needed.
• Maintain relationships with families and coordinate with schools and employers.

Skills

Bilingual

Youth work experience

Independent planning

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree

Job description

Company Overview

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.

Position Summary

College and Career Advisor is responsible for working with students to develop a plan for success in school; in the workplace; and in their future personal and professional endeavors. This position provides guidance and support to help clients meet their college and career goals.

Essential Functions

• Monitor student academic progress, communicate with appropriate personnel & schedule interventions as necessary to ensure middle school and/or high school graduation.
• Educate, advise and support students and parents about postsecondary options (college, technical school, employment options). and maintain and share information on colleges, college guides, scholarships, financial aid, and paying for college.
• Publicize information about standardized tests such as SAT, ACT, and TOEFL, helping to administer AP and PSAT exams.
• Assess skills and interests via individual interviews and/or group work. Develop academic and college/career goals.
• Advocate for students’ rights and wellbeing and ensure they learn self advocacy.
• Provide intervention/immediate support for issues that prevent a student from functioning appropriately at school and refer to mental health services if needed.
• Sustain relationships with family members to address issues impacting student performance and success.
• Participate in and help facilitate student activities including but not limited to college visits, school trips, and school events. Liaise with schools, employers and professional organizations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali or other language may be required.
• Experience working with youth for at least one year.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.

Qualifications Preferred:

Associate or Bachelor degree.

We Also Offer

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401k Pension and Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefits Accounts
• Employer paid short-term & long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law.

EOE M/F/D/V