Youth Advocate

EDSI (Educational Data Systems, Inc.)

1d•$45,000

About The Position

To provide comprehensive guidance and counseling support to youth residing in Wake, Lee, and Chatham Counties. The Youth Advocate will guide individuals through the process of obtaining a high school diploma/GED, post-secondary education, or connecting with sustainable full-time employment. This position will also be responsible for providing GED tutoring and activities leading up to successful GED attainment. The Youth Advocate will also provide post-GED activities that will be focused on keeping the youth actively engaged in the program until all of the youth’s goals have been met.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
Experience working with disconnected/at risk youth
1-3 years of human services, training, or teaching experience
Skills and experience in providing career development and counseling assistance preferred
Experience in a team-oriented environment
Ability to converse with a wide range of professionals and demonstrate a positive professional attitude
Valid driver’s license, clean driving records, and automobile required

Responsibilities

Meet regularly with all active youth participants providing guidance and counseling
Provide individualized and holistic support to each participant tailored to their specific needs
Identify potential mentors for the youth population to aid in their success
Collaborate with business services team to connect youth to employment opportunities with local employers
Partner with local area training providers and refer clients as appropriate
Provide referrals to community partners when appropriate
Conduct regular assessments tailored to guiding the participants in their career goals
Conduct case management duties and maintain compliance with funder and WIOA guidelines
Complete required documentation accurately for enrollment and upload it into NCWorks database
Ensure all service and follow-up activities are updated and participant information is entered into all appropriate databases and files in a timely manner
Assist with keeping participants engaged with planned activities
Conduct workshops on and off site
Conduct community outreach to recruit participants
Work occasional evenings/weekends as needed
Provide individualized GED tutoring to support clients in successfully passing official GED exams.
Conduct weekly one-on-one tutoring sessions twice per week, tailoring instruction to each client’s learning needs and progress.
Serve as case manager for all GED clients, including coordinating test preparation, assisting with exam registration and payment, and scheduling official testing dates.
Prepare customized take-home study guides to reinforce learning.
Maintain accurate attendance records, and providing incentives for successfully passed practice and official exams.
Manage a caseload and provide exceptional customer service
Support youth with attaining their GED or high school diploma
Actively recruit and select individuals for the program
Partner with local area training providers and community organizations to make appropriate referrals
Provide remediation to increase skill attainment
Explore career awareness opportunities to identify long term goals through career pathways
Perform data entry with minimal error
Maintain program compliance