Youth Career Pathways Coach

Sga Youth; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

SGA Youth in Chicago provides mentorship and advocacy services to youth ages 16–24 with a steady caseload and a focus on connecting participants to employment and education opportunities.

The role involves recruiting and coordinating work experiences, developing individualized service plans, engaging employers, and delivering employability training in collaboration with academic staff.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in social work, criminal justice, or related field preferred.
• Experience working with teens and young adults preferred.
• Evening and weekend availability required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting and retaining youth into employability skills training and placement.
• Develop and implement employer engagement strategies for subsidized and unsubsidized work experiences.
• Help youth develop an Individualized Service Plan and connect to opportunities.
• Coordinate home visits, observations, and program-related travel as needed.
• Collaborate with community resources and participate in hiring events and job fairs.

Education

Associate's degree in social work, criminal justice, or related field

Job description

SGA Youth in Chicago provides mentorship and advocacy services to youth ages 16–24 with a steady caseload and a focus on connecting participants to employment and education opportunities.

The role involves recruiting and coordinating work experiences, developing individualized service plans, engaging employers, and delivering employability training in collaboration with academic staff.