Youth & Parenting Support Specialist

The New York Foundling; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Foundling in New York City is seeking a Youth and Child Care Specialist to oversee pregnant and parenting residents, helping them achieve stable living environments and develop essential independent living skills. You will guide teens in daily living activities and provide nurturing support.

You will also assist with parenting skills, access to community resources, and ensure documentation and safety standards are met; training in EQ2 and Power Source Parenting is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• 1–2 years’ experience with pregnant and parenting teens.
• 1–2 years’ experience taking care of infants and toddlers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Clean and valid NY/NJ/PA Driver’s License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist youth in foster care with activities of daily living skills (e.g., personal hygiene, food prep, housekeeping, child care, laundry, shopping).
• Assist pregnant and parenting residents in developing parenting skills and positive behavior.
• Attend personal care appointments to provide support and navigate community resources.
• Read and document shift logs to ensure continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure timely submission of daily shift logs, program notes, medication reports and incident reports.
• Participate in recreational activities with residents and their children to engage them and build rapport.
• Adhere to safety requirements such as 30-minute room checks and fire drills.
• Participate in evidence-based trainings such as EQ2 and Power Source Parenting.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The New York Foundling in New York City is seeking a Youth and Child Care Specialist to oversee pregnant and parenting residents, helping them achieve stable living environments and develop essential independent living skills. You will guide teens in daily living activities and provide nurturing support.

You will also assist with parenting skills, access to community resources, and ensure documentation and safety standards are met; training in EQ2 and Power Source Parenting is expected.