Youth Service-Learning & Civic Leadership Specialist

Police Athletic League Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,473; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending account options

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings options

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Police Athletic League Inc (PAL) in New York, NY is seeking a Youthlink Activity Specialist- Service Learning to design and run service-learning projects that connect high school students with their communities through volunteerism and leadership development.

The role involves building partnerships with schools and community organizations, guiding youth through reflective practices, and ensuring safety and inclusivity in activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field is required or considered.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with high school-aged youth in youth development, education, volunteer management, community engagement, civic education, or service-learning programs.
• Experience planning and coordinating volunteer projects, community service initiatives, or civic engagement activities with youth.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish, French, or Chinese preferred.
• Open to learning and growing; staff will receive training in mental health, SEL, and inclusion skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster social and emotional competencies and mental and physical well-being in a safe, welcoming, inclusive environment.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate service-learning projects and civic engagement activities.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with nonprofit organizations, schools, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Facilitate reflection activities before, during, and after service experiences; monitor engagement and outcomes.
• Be aware of students with IEPs and medical conditions and follow support plans.
• Respond to time-sensitive mental health needs and provide referrals as needed.
• Build positive relationships with youth and caretakers and serve as a role model.
• Attend meetings with staff, caretakers, volunteers, and community residents.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/French/Chinese)

Strong communication

Collaborative teamwork

Youth development experience

Program coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Youth Development, Public Administration, Community Development, Nonprofit Management, or related field

Job description

Police Athletic League Inc (PAL) in New York, NY is seeking a Youthlink Activity Specialist- Service Learning to design and run service-learning projects that connect high school students with their communities through volunteerism and leadership development.

The role involves building partnerships with schools and community organizations, guiding youth through reflective practices, and ensuring safety and inclusivity in activities.