Positive Youth Development Specialist

3 weeks ago


Amityville, New York, United States Hope for Youth Full time
Job Summary

Hoppe For Youth is seeking a Positive Youth Development Specialist to join our team. As a PYD Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting young people in our shelter and aftercare services, enhancing their social and emotional well-being, and fostering permanent connections to education and vocational networks.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct intervention and ongoing support to youth at-risk of or currently experiencing homelessness
  • Assess and address positive youth development interests, skills, and connections
  • Coordinate with staff at the shelter, including in-person visits and phone/virtual contact
  • Complete all necessary reports, paperwork, and forms as outlined in policy
  • Perform other resulting and necessary work to meet the needs and requirements of clients, the program, and regulatory obligations
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Valid NYS Driver's License in good standing
  • Access to a reliable vehicle/transportation
  • Excellent writing skills/time management
  • Ability to be flexible with scheduling (work evenings and weekends as necessary)
Benefits
  • Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment
  • 90% Employer-paid medical premiums
  • Generous paid time off for all employees regularly working over 20 hours
  • Agency-funded Pension Plan
  • Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, FSA, and HSA Accounts

Please include resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

All positions are subject to background screening as required by law or contract, including but not limited to: Staff Exclusion List (SEL), State Central Child Abuse Registry (SCR), DMV record review, criminal records screening, reference checks, for some roles, a physical exam. Hoppe For Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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