What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Coach position at Children's Home?
WHO WE ARE: The Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference partners with children, families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures.
Position Summary: The Children's Home is seeking Youth Empowerment and Support Youth Coaches.
The Youth Coach works as a member of the Youth Empowerment and Support (YES) team to work with the at-risk youth population in Sullivan County. The Youth Coach and YES team focuses on addressing truancy issues by working one-on-one with youth through communicating key information to promote healthy futures. This is a part-time position- up to 20 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
- Primary responsibility in this role is working to mentor the youth in the YES program.
- Initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct advocacy services to assigned clients and their families. All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model.
- Identify strengths and interests of the youth during their first 2-3 weeks to help build relationships and supportive networks for the youth and families.
- Identify available community resources
- Assist with job searches, interviews, and transportation to appointments
- Assist in accomplishing goals set by a team of providers
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED required
Experience:
- Bi-Lingual: Spanishpreferred
- Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required.
BENEFITS:
- Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
- Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
- 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
- PTO and Sick Time
- Childcare Reimbursement
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
- Opportunities for Professional Development
EEO Statement: The Children’s Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Mentoring: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $18 - $20
