Job Developer/Youth Career Specialist

Center for Family Life in Sunset Park, a nationally recognized social service program in Sunset Park Brooklyn, is seeking a Youth Career Specialist/Job Developer to work with high school-aged participants in one of our eleven school-based programs and their families. Our school-based programs provide a diverse range of daily after-school activities and in-school programming at three of our school sites. Program components are implemented by professional social workers, artists, and young adults from the community, in collaboration with teachers and school administrators.

Our ideal candidate has knowledge and experience in Social Group Work and will bring a passion for neighborhood-based work to enrich the lives of youth, families, and community.

Our mission is to promote positive outcomes for children and adults in Sunset Park through the provision of a comprehensive range of neighborhood-based family and social services. Through this program at Sunset Park High School, we strive to create pathways to success for youth by connecting them to meaningful workplace experiences and educational opportunities.

The Job Developer will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between youth at Sunset Park High School and the workforce.

This position is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with local employers, facilitating job placements, and providing college and career counseling. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in youth development, employer engagement, and post-secondary counseling, with a passion for supporting the next generation in achieving their goals.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to:

• Employer Engagement:
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local businesses and organizations to create internship and job opportunities for students.
• Develop and implement employer outreach strategies to increase job placements and partnerships.
• Workplace Experiences:
• Coordinate job shadowing, internships, and work experience opportunities for high school students.
• Provide training and resources to employers to support student interns, ensuring a positive experience for all parties.
• Post-secondary Counseling:
• Offer individualized and group counseling sessions to students, helping them identify career interests, set goals, and develop a college/career plan.
• Assist students in resume writing, interview preparation, and networking strategies.
• Program Development:
• Design and implement workshops and training sessions focused on job skills, professionalism, and workplace etiquette.
• Collaborate with school staff, community organizations, and families to ensure comprehensive support for students.
• In collaboration with colleagues, plan and implement program-wide workshops, field trips, celebrations, and other family engagement events
• Data Tracking and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of student placements and employer partnerships.
• Provide regular reports on program outcomes, challenges, and successes to CFLSP leadership.
• Administrative tasks related to the program and the site
• Track, review, and analyze enrollments, attendance, and outcome data

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, education, human services, or a related field.
• Proven experience in job development, youth counseling, or workforce development, preferably within a school or community setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• Knowledge of local labor market trends and resources for youth employment.
• Passion for youth development and commitment to CFLSP’s mission of promoting social and economic well-being
• Bilingual Spanish/English or Mandarin/English preferred
• Interest and commitment to learning and working within a social group work model
• Highly organized and able to manage time efficiently
• Experience with and passion for facilitation of groups with young adults
• Ability to be a genuine and positive member of a team, be flexible
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Has strong interpersonal, administrative, and organizational skills
• Has an interest in managing and creating positive experiences for groups

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS

• Build and maintain close, daily interactions with co-workers and supervisors
• Effectively communicate with outside agency staff
• Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization.
• Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change
• Is flexible and works well as a member of a team

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Flexible working in an office setting and non-traditional classroom spaces
• May be exposed to all weather conditions and might be required to work in various temperatures in order to facilitate activities in various locations inside and outside of the school building
• May also attend various meetings with different departments to discuss proposals and progress
• This is a fully in-person position
• Some evening and weekend hours are required throughout the year

Salary

This is a full-time, non-exempt, in-person position, based on a typical 35-hour work week. Annual salary ranges from $47,000 - $53,000 and is commensurate with experience and education.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits along with the opportunity to participate in additional voluntary life, disability, and 403B retirement plan. Four weeks paid vacation. Weekly individual supervision and ongoing professional development.

Location

Sunset Park High School - 153 - 35th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232

Why Join Us?

At the Center for Family Life in Sunset Park, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of youth and their families. By connecting students to valuable workplace experiences and supporting their educational journeys, you will contribute to building a stronger, more resilient community. Join us in empowering the next generation to achieve their dreams!