Youth Coach Mentor

Children's Home; Town of Lyons (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The Children’s Home in Town of Lyons, NY is seeking a Youth Coach to provide one-to-one mentorship to at-risk youth and to collaborate with families to strengthen community connections. The role focuses on developing youth life skills, linking them to mental health, employment, and pro-social activities within culturally sensitive community supports.

The position is full-time, offering competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits to support staff well-being and professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year experience in child welfare, juvenile justice, or community engagement services.
• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one mentorship to at-risk youth, focusing on reducing the risk of out-of-home placements.
• Work collaboratively with youth and families to identify strengths, set achievable goals, and strengthen connections and relationships with school, community, and family.
• Support youth in developing independent life skills and building natural support networks.
• Facilitate access to community resources, including mental health services, substance abuse treatment, employment opportunities, and pro-social activities.
• Leverage familiarity with local communities to ensure services are relevant, culturally sensitive, and address Social Determinants of Health.
• Act as a positive role model and advocate, helping youth navigate challenges and improve their quality of life.

Skills

Mentorship

Relationship-building

Community engagement

Culturally sensitive

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency.

$20-22 an hour
Full Time

Position Summary: The Healthy Relationship Program offers flexible, community-based services tailored to the unique needs of families, offering intensive family engagement, evidence-based education, and mentoring.

Youth Coaches are vital members of the Healthy Relationship Team, working directly with youth to reduce the risk of out-of-home placements. They provide one-on-one mentorship, focusing on building the youth's strengths, fostering attachments and relationships to school, community, and family, and creating achievable goals. Coaches help youth develop independent life skills, connect them to mental health services, substance abuse treatment, employment opportunities, and pro-social activities, while fostering supportive networks. Familiar with the communities they serve, Youth Coaches understand how Social Determinants of Health impact quality-of-life outcomes and risks, ensuring their support is both relevant and effective.

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one mentorship to at-risk youth, focusing on reducing the risk of out-of-home placements.
• Work collaboratively with youth and families to identify strengths, set achievable goals, and strengthen connections and relationships with school, community, and family.
• Support youth in developing independent life skills and building natural support networks.
• Facilitate access to community-based resources, including mental health services, substance abuse treatment, employment opportunities, and pro-social activities.
• Leverage familiarity with local communities to ensure services are relevant, culturally sensitive, and address Social Determinants of Health.
• Act as a positive role model and advocate, helping youth navigate challenges and improve their quality of life.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED required

Experience:

• 1+ year experience in child welfare, juvenile justice, or community engagement services required
• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required

Benefits

Benefits available to all staff:

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
• Opportunities for Professional Development

Full Time Benefits:

• Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
• 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
• PTO plus 9 paid holidays
• Childcare Reimbursement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
• Life Insurance

EEO Statement: The Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.