Youth Advocate (FT) at The Child Center of NY

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Counseling, Mentoring, Behavioral Assessment, Cultural Awareness, Communication, Problem Solving, Time Management, Independence, Team Collaboration, Crisis Intervention, Empathy, Organization, Multitasking, Bilingual Communication, Advocacy

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year. Summary The Youth Advocate is responsible for developing and facilitating in the social and personal development of adolescents and teenagers. A Youth Advocate is a guide to youth and gives direction in their academic, vocational, and personal lives. Essential Functions: Arrange seminars and counseling sessions for youth groups, communities, and their families to handle issues relating to physical abuse, social adjustment, unemployment, intellectual disability, medical care, impoverishment, etc. Liaise between adolescents, children, and youth and protective services, psychologists, child care clinics, and other services. Identify behavioral or mental issues and determine remedial measures through psychiatric and medical examinations. Assess the client’s home environments, conditions, and personal characteristics. Participate in mentoring activities, and assess the youth’s progress towards the fulfillment of decreed goals and objectives. Be aware of popular culture and trend to review and guide the youth properly. Demonstrating as a perfect role model. Performs other related duties as assigned. Job Type: Full-Time Hours per week: 35 Days : Monday – Friday 8-4pm Pay rate $20.00 Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalency. Bilingual in one or more of the following: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali and others, may be required depending on client needs. Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently. Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task. Qualifications Preferred: Bachelor’s degree. The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V

Responsibilities

The Youth Advocate is responsible for developing and facilitating the social and personal development of adolescents and teenagers. This role involves arranging seminars, liaising with various services, and mentoring youth to help them achieve their goals.