At-Risk Youth Coach (mentor) at Children's Home of Wyoming Conference

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWHO WE ARE: The Children's Home partners with children, families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills, and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures.$17-18.50 an hourPart Time and Full Time opportunities available.Position Summary: The Youth Coach works as a member of the Youth Empowerment and Support (YES) team to work with the at-risk youth. The Youth Coach and YES team focus on addressing truancy issues, family troubles, and other teens experience as obstacles by working one-on-one with youth through communicating key information to promote healthy futures.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 resourcesAssist with job searches, interviews, and transportation to appointmentsAssist in accomplishing goals set by a team of providersRequirementsEducation:High School Diploma/GED requiredExperience:1+ year experience in child welfare, juvenile justice, or community engagement services requiredDriver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment requiredBenefitsBenefits available to all staff:Student Loan and Tuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community CenterOpportunities for Professional DevelopmentFull Time Benefits:Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam403(b) with 6% employer contributionPTO plus 9 paid holidaysChildcare ReimbursementHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)Life InsuranceEEO 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 Posted by ApplicantPro