Facilitator (SYEP)
About The Position
Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is a social services organization advancing the social and economic well-being of immigrant and New Yorkers through holistic services and community-led impact. CPC is the nation’s largest Asian American social services organization and serves as a trusted community anchor to over 80,000 community members who are served by CPC annually through 50+ high-quality programs and services across 35 sites in New York City. The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), funded through the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), provides New York City youth between the ages of 14 to 24 with paid, summer work experience and project-based learning opportunities for up to six weeks in July and August. Participants work in entry-level positions across a variety of sectors and industries, and are provided with workshops on job readiness, career exploration, financial literacy, continuing education and other life skills.
Requirements
- College student majoring in education or social science preferred, but not required
- Prior experience working with high school youth in a classroom setting
- Knowledge of teen and immigrant issues helpful
- Excellent written, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of MS office applications and virtual platforms such as Zoom, Teams, and Webex.
- Bilingual; fluency in English and any of the following languages Arabic/Chinese/Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Design and facilitate interactive project-based learning workshops related to positive youth development, such as life skills, leadership skills, work readiness, financial literacy and higher education and healthy living
- Facilitate workshops both in-person and virtually.
- Coordinate the scheduling of guest speakers, community service opportunities
- Maintain participants’ attendance and progress
- Complete data entry weekly and submit reports as needed
- Attend meetings and professional development training as required by CPC and funders
- Fulfill other related duties as outlined by the Program Directors
Benefits
- paid New York State sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
