Fedcap, Inc., a Fedcap program, in Bronx, NY is looking to hire a full-time Alternative Engagement Coordinator / Youth Specialist to work with our Youth Pathway members.
This social work position in human services earns a competitive salary of $45,000 per year. We provide excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), short- and long-term disability, a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program, a future mom's program, and life insurance.
Are you passionate about education? Do you want the opportunity to build a successful career in social work? Would you like to join a respected human services nonprofit that's passionate about serving its community? If this sounds like the right opportunity in social work education for you, apply today to join our nonprofit!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ALTERNATIVE ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR / YOUTH SPECIALIST
As an Alternative Engagement Coordinator and Youth Specialist in human services, you're responsible for referring our Youth Pathways members to alternative opportunities based on their interests, skills, and assessment outcomes. You develop and maintain relationships with our Alternative Engagement providers to ensure the successful enrollment and completion of our Youth Pathway members. Maintaining a friendly and positive attitude, you discuss alternative engagement opportunities with program members and make appropriate referrals. You also conduct follow up with members, ensuring they attend their first appointment and successfully enroll in the program.
In addition, you maintain consistent and ongoing communication with providers to make sure members are progressing as well as identify any potential challenges that may interfere with program completion. In collaboration with our service coordinators, you share updates on member progress and keep them informed on any issues that need to be addressed. You continuously update our list of Alternative Engagement providers and facilitate information sessions for members on various opportunities.
As needed, you visit provider sites and coordinate presentations with our partners. You also update and maintain our education and training report for submission to our funder. Your hard work positively impacts our members in a big way, and it brings you great satisfaction to know you serve in such an important role with our nonprofit!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ALTERNATIVE ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR / YOUTH SPECIALIST
Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Can you effectively prioritize tasks while meeting tight deadlines? Do you excel in a team environment? Are you highly organized and detail-oriented? Can you handle confidential information with discretion? If yes, you might just be perfect for this education position with our human services nonprofit!
ABOUT FEDCAP, INC.
Launched as part of The Fedcap Group in 2018, Fedcap, Inc. offers a wide array of programs and services to help individuals achieve success in education and employment to become self-sufficient adults. Our specific focus areas include case management, work readiness, vocational or employer-based training, job placement, and post-placement support. We provide a broad range of services to thousands of individuals across a growing footprint, helping them achieve economic and social well-being.
We are committed to making sustainable, high-outcome, and life-changing differences for the individuals and families we serve. Our services are only as effective as the quality of the people who make up our team. To achieve our mission, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth.
WORK SCHEDULE FOR AN ALTERNATIVE ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR / YOUTH SPECIALIST
This full-time social work position with our nonprofit works during the day.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR HUMAN SERVICES TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this social work job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 10455
