SYEP Program Aide

Queens Community House • Jamaica, NY

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About The Position

Queens Community House (QCH) is a multi-site, multi-service settlement house serving the diverse population of Queens through a broad network of programs and services for children and youth, adults and families, and older adults. Our mission is to provide individuals and families with the tools to enrich their lives and build healthy, inclusive communities. We welcome amazing individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who are inspired by our mission and motivated to change lives.
We are seeking a dedicated SYEP Program Aide to support the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) by performing a variety of administrative and programmatic duties. The ideal candidate will assist department staff and participants, provide daily program support, and help ensure the program meets its goals of fostering youth work readiness, social and job skills, and creating safe work environments.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, multitasking, time management, and communication skills.
• Proactive, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Some college education is preferred.
• Experience working with youth is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Understand, adhere to, and enforce YEPS Department program expectations, policies, and protocols as directed by the Program Director or Coordinator.
• Collect and organize relevant paperwork from work-sites and participants, including program applications and enrollment forms.
• Handle incoming phone calls and inquiries.
• Input and maintain data for work-sites and participants in the assigned portfolio.
• Collaborate with program management to ensure program coordination and effective implementation.
• Conduct outreach to work-sites, perform site assessments, and assist with participant placement.
• Supervise youth participants during placements and facilitate participant trainings.
• Maintain accurate program documentation, such as time-sheets, work-site assessments, evaluations, incident reports, and attendance sheets.
• Conduct a minimum of two weekly work-site field visits and collect required data.
• Attend agency-wide trainings, meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Be flexible with scheduling, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned by the Program Director or Coordinator.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth in Queens.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed