Youth Service-Learning Lead & Civic Engagement

Police Athletic League, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 3,582,000; Full 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. is seeking a Youthlink Activity Specialist- Service Learning to design and lead service-learning projects that connect high school youth with their communities.

This role emphasizes civic engagement, leadership development, and partnerships with schools and nonprofits across New York City. You will guide reflection, monitor outcomes, and ensure inclusive programming, reporting to the Teen Supervisor and Youthlink Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Youth Development, Public Administration, Community Development, Nonprofit Management, or related field preferred.
• 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 or civic engagement activities with youth.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish, French, or Chinese preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster social and emotional competencies and well-being in a safe, welcoming environment.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate service-learning projects and civic engagement activities.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies.
• Facilitate reflection activities and monitor participant engagement and outcomes.
• Follow support plans for students with special needs and coordinate with staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Bilingual preferred

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Police Athletic League, Inc. is seeking a Youthlink Activity Specialist- Service Learning to design and lead service-learning projects that connect high school youth with their communities.

This role emphasizes civic engagement, leadership development, and partnerships with schools and nonprofits across New York City. You will guide reflection, monitor outcomes, and ensure inclusive programming, reporting to the Teen Supervisor and Youthlink Director.