What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Advocate position at Catholic Charities Community Services?
Summary: The Community Advocate are individuals with “lived experience” who use their street knowledge as examples of resilience to support marginalized youth in achieving self-transformation. Community Advocate are responsible for mentoring youth in a school and community setting and providing mentorship, conflict mediation and career explorations.
Location: 515 W 182nd Street New York, NY
Hourly Rate: $27.47
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Manage a case load of 5 marginalized youth
- Schedule one on one sessions with youth in a safe and appropriate space
- Practice daily outreach strategies to engage, identify and connect with youth
- Participate in school and community meetings as violence prevention facilitators
- Facilitate weekly violence prevention school & community programs
- Manage and develop a referral system in support of youth and families
- Design, develop and engage youth in positive programming and events
- Assist youth in gaining employment/ education attainment
- Attend court in support and advocacy of youth’s well-being
- Work with partners to identify opportunities for conflict resolution and healing
- Participate and intervene in local peace and street mediation efforts
- Attend all trainings and staff meetings
Qualifications:
Education and/or experience required:
1.Highschool Diploma
2.Experience serving the community as a volunteer or professional within the field of
community & youth development
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
This is a part-time, non exempt position and the schedule is Monday to Friday 1 PM to 6 PM flexible schedule which includes evenings, late nights & weekends on a “as needed basis.”
Salary : $27