Youth Wellness & Team-Play Advocate

Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of New York's Hoop Haven Program seeks a Youth Advocate to support Harlem youth ages 12-17 at Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Community Center in Harlem.

Focus on health, wellness, and positive life skills through team sports and academic support. You will collaborate with a team of professionals to promote healthy living, de-escalation, and youth development. Hourly rate is 29.14 and the role is full-time with typical hours 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Relevant work experience in health and wellness.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience working with youth.
• Experience teaching or training individuals in group settings.
• Basketball knowledge preferred but not required; a general understanding of team sports as a means for positive youth development strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interact with students ages 12-17 and families on health, sports, academics and related topics; provide social and emotional support and referrals as needed.
• Develop engaging team-building activities with a focus on team sports to develop positive life and problem solving skills.
• Link students and families to internal Catholic Charities services and external resources and referrals.
• Work with the Program Coordinator on activity/curriculum development and program marketing/outreach.
• Provide routine academic support and track attendance and program data.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation & engagement

Teamwork

Outreach skills

Organization & attention to detail

Computer skills (Word/Excel)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of New York's Hoop Haven Program seeks a Youth Advocate to support Harlem youth ages 12-17 at Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Community Center in Harlem.

Focus on health, wellness, and positive life skills through team sports and academic support. You will collaborate with a team of professionals to promote healthy living, de-escalation, and youth development. Hourly rate is 29.14 and the role is full-time with typical hours 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday.