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About the Role
The Youth Coach works as a member of the Youth Empowerment and Support (YES) team to provide one-on-one mentorship to at-risk youth. They focus on building strengths, fostering attachments, and creating achievable goals, while helping youth develop life skills and connect to essential services and supportive networks.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one mentorship to at-risk youth, focusing on reducing the risk of out-of-home placement.
- Work collaboratively with youth and families to identify strengths, set achievable goals, and strengthen connections to school, community, and family.
- Support youth in developing independent life skills and building natural support networks.
- Facilitate access to community-based resources, including mental health services, substance abuse treatment, employment opportunities, and pro-social activities.
- Leverage familiarity with local communities to ensure services are relevant, culturally sensitive and address Social Determinants of Health.
- Act as a positive role model and advocate, helping youth navigate challenges and improve their quality of life.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- 1+ year experience in child welfare, juvenile justice, or community engagement services strongly preferred.
- Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required.
Work Type
- Part Time
Education Level
- High School Diploma/GED
Salary/Compensations
- $20-22 an hour
Benefits
- Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
- Opportunities for Professional Development
- Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
- 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
- PTO plus 9 paid holidays
- Childcare Reimbursement
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
- Life Insurance
About the Company
- Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.