Youth Advocate (Crown Heights, Brooklyn)

Child Center Residential Treatment Facility•Brooklyn, NY

About The Position

The Youth Advocate works with students to develop plans for success in school, the workplace, and future personal and professional endeavors. The role provides guidance and support to help clients meet their college and career goals. The position is based in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency.
At least one year of experience working with youth.
Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines, and multitask.
Bilingual ability in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, or another language may be required.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Monitor students’ academic progress, communicate with appropriate personnel, and schedule interventions as needed to support middle school and/or high school graduation.
Educate, advise, and support students and parents about post-secondary options, including college, technical school, and employment.
Maintain and share information about colleges, college guides, scholarships, financial aid, and paying for college.
Share information about standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, and TOEFL, and help administer AP and PSAT exams.
Assess students’ skills and interests through individual interviews and/or group work, and develop academic and college or career goals.
Advocate for students’ rights and well-being and help them learn self-advocacy.
Provide intervention or immediate support for issues that prevent a student from functioning appropriately at school, and refer students to mental health services when needed.
Maintain relationships with family members to address issues affecting student performance and success.
Participate in and help facilitate student activities, including college visits, school trips, and school events.
Liaise with schools, employers, and professional organizations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.