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Community Advocate-2002283
Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of New York
New York, NY, US
Source: Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of New York careers · View original posting
- Pay
- $27.47 — $27.47 USD per hour
- Employment
- part time
Employer job description
From Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of New York's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Summary: The Community Advocate are individuals with “lived experience” who use their street knowledge as examples of resilience to support marginalized youth in achieving self-transformation. Community Advocate are responsible for mentoring youth in a school and community setting and providing mentorship, conflict mediation and career explorations.
Hourly Rate: $27.47
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Manage a case load of 5 marginalized youth
- Schedule one on one sessions with youth in a safe and appropriate space
- Practice daily outreach strategies to engage, identify and connect with youth
- Participate in school and community meetings as violence prevention facilitators
- Facilitate weekly violence prevention school & community programs
- Manage and develop a referral system in support of youth and families
- Design, develop and engage youth in positive programming and events
- Assist youth in gaining employment/ education attainment
- Attend court in support and advocacy of youth’s well-being
- Work with partners to identify opportunities for conflict resolution and healing
- Participate and intervene in local peace and street mediation efforts
- Attend all trainings and staff meetings
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Education and/or experience required: 1.High School Diploma
- 2.More 2 years of experience working in the field of youth development; specifically in antiviolence in a school setting
- Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a part-time, non exempt position and the schedule is Monday to Friday 1 PM to 6 PM flexible schedule which includes evenings, late nights & weekends on a “as needed basis.”
- Catholic Charities and Catholic Charities Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.