Youth Career Pathways Coach

Grant Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

11 Paid Holidays

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development plans

Summer Fridays

Wellness sessions

Medical/Vision/Dental

Job summary

Grant Associates, a national workforce development firm, seeks a Youth Services Specialist to support 18-24 year olds through mentorship, coaching, and connection to career pathways within the PACE program. You will assess needs, create action plans, and guide participants toward employment and educational opportunities in a fast-paced team setting.

The role involves coordinating intake, developing resumes, and partnering with employers to place candidates, with a focus on equity and empowerment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; college coursework or degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in workforce development, social services, case management, or related field.
• Experience working with diverse populations and youth.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and needs assessments with youth participants (18-24) to determine employment readiness.
• Develop action plans aligned with client goals in employment, education, and skill development.
• Refer clients to employment/training opportunities and to internal/external events.
• Match employer needs with candidate skills and qualifications.
• Manage a caseload, document progress, and prepare resumes and job readiness materials.
• Deliver workshops to build candidate skills and improve employment chances.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Related degree or coursework preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grant Associates, a national workforce development firm, seeks a Youth Services Specialist to support 18-24 year olds through mentorship, coaching, and connection to career pathways within the PACE program. You will assess needs, create action plans, and guide participants toward employment and educational opportunities in a fast-paced team setting.

The role involves coordinating intake, developing resumes, and partnering with employers to place candidates, with a focus on equity and empowerment