Youth Development & Career Pathway Specialist

Virginia AG; Franklin, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul D. Camp Community College in Franklin, Virginia, is seeking an Out of School Youth Program Specialist to support youth ages 18-24 with career exploration, workforce readiness, and timely high school graduation.

The role requires collaboration with Regional Workforce Development staff, local high schools, and community partners. This full-time classified position emphasizes guidance, program outreach, and adherence to college policies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in social work, counseling, human services, psychology and/or equivalent.
• Ability to establish a collaborative, innovative learning environment for youth.
• Ability to recruit and market programs to youth.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks.
• Experience in case management, determining program eligibility, maintaining confidential records.
• Ability to interpret and apply policy and procedures.
• Ability to recognize multicultural perspectives and emphasize cultural diversity.
• Knowledge of local and state support services and agencies.
• Experience planning activities/events, including ordering supplies and arranging transportation.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a diverse public.

Responsibilities

• Establish rapport with youth ages 18-24 to support career exploration and post-secondary preparation.
• Help participants graduate from high school on-time and prepare for workforce/post-secondary education.
• Model professional and ethical standards and work collegially with staff and partners.
• Collaborate with peers, Regional Workforce Development staff, local high school personnel, and the community to promote and support Youth Development Programs.
• Promote and support the mission of Youth Development Programs and adhere to college policies.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and ensure compliance with program requirements.

Skills

Social work

Counseling

Human services

Psychology

Collaborative learning

Recruitment/marketing to youth

Organizational skills

Case management

Policy interpretation

Cultural diversity awareness

Community resources knowledge

Event planning

Communication skills

Job description

Paul D. Camp Community College in Franklin, Virginia, is seeking an Out of School Youth Program Specialist to support youth ages 18-24 with career exploration, workforce readiness, and timely high school graduation.

The role requires collaboration with Regional Workforce Development staff, local high schools, and community partners. This full-time classified position emphasizes guidance, program outreach, and adherence to college policies.