Youth Employment Engagement Specialist

2 months ago

Queens, United States Commonpoint Queens Part time $20
Commonpoint’s Youth Workforce Department comprises a number of different programs serving individuals predominantly from 14-24 years old. SYEP provides New York City youth with summer employment and educational experiences that build on their individual strengths and incorporate youth development principles. These principles include engaging the talents and interests of youth, developing their skills and competencies, and providing positive adult role models. 
ABOUT POSITION 
Commonpoint Queens seeks an Engagement Specialist for the Summer Youth Employment Program Emerging Leaders Program. The Engagement Specialist plays a critical role in participant recruitment, building and maintaining partnerships with agencies and caseworkers, and securing necessary documentation for SYEP participants. The specialist also provides crucial participant support, ensuring smooth communication between the program and its participants, and offers comprehensive administrative support. This role is essential in driving program success through effective collaboration, outreach, and participant engagement. 
RESPONSIBILITIES 
● Represent the Emerging Leaders program at in-person meetings, effectively communicating program objectives and needs. ● Participate in meetings with stakeholders to discuss program progress, challenges, and opportunities for collaboration. ● Develop and maintain partnerships with new agencies to support participant recruitment and program expansion. ● Conduct outreach and marketing efforts, including contributing to promotional materials and engaging with the community to raise awareness of the program. ● Perform regular follow-ups with SYEP participants, providing necessary support and ensuring timely submission of documentation. ● Monitor participant engagement and retention throughout the program, offering resources or referrals to address challenges and barriers. ● Collect, analyze, and report data on participant engagement, documentation submissions, and program outcomes for internal evaluation and reporting purposes. ● Organize, maintain, and update documentation and digital files/records, including those of a confidential nature. ● Coordinate logistics for program events, such as workshops, training sessions, and networking events. 
● Prepare materials for conferences, meetings, and other program-related events. ● Draft routine correspondence, such as emails, letters, and memos, on behalf of the program. 
● Communicate with student applicants and participants via telephone and email, answering inquiries and providing assistance as needed.


QUALIFICATIONS: ● At least 1 year of experience working with at-risk inner-city youth, preferably in a youth development or counseling role. ● Demonstrated experience building and maintaining professional relationships with external partners, such as agencies and caseworkers. ● Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. ● Excellent written and verbal communication skills. ● Cultural competency and sensitivity in working with diverse populations, including at-risk youth from various backgrounds. ● Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with digital record-keeping systems. ● Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment. 
● Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
● Adaptability and flexibility in managing unforeseen challenges and shifting priorities. 
● Effective time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a multifaceted role. 
JOB DETAILS Schedule: Seasonal, , Part Time, 19-25 Hours Per Week Salary: $20/hour Expected Start Date: October 2024 Modality: Hybrid 
APPLICATION DETAILS: 
Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Michell Marin at mmarin@commonpoint.org Please indicate “Engagement Specialist" in the subject line. 
Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted. 
Commonpoint reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. 
Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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