What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Services Specialist position at Grant Associates?
Youth Services Specialist - PACE
Who We Are
Our employees consistently rate Grant Associates as a great place to work, and often recommend open positions to friends. We are a culturally diverse company with competitive benefits, frequent opportunities for growth and change, training, and fun activities! We provide: Competitive wages for high performance • 11 Paid Holidays • PTO • Tuition reimbursement • Guided Professional Development Plans • Summer Fridays • Weekly Wellness Sessions • Medical/Vision/ Dental • Employer Paid Life Insurance • Employer 401k Contributions • Employee Referral Bonus • Employee Assistance Programs •Company Picnics • Volunteer Experiences • Access to Free Financial Counseling
Innovation and a culture of continuous improvement are built into the fabric of our company. Staff have an opportunity to improve themselves and our company by joining our Fit Forward, Culture, Innovation, and Green teams.
General Description
Provides individualized support and development-focused services to youth clients, especially Opportunity Youth ages 18–24. Builds rapport with clients and assists in overcoming barriers to employment, education, and training. Supports clients through mentorship, coaching, and connection to supportive services and career pathways.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct intake and needs assessments with youth participants
- Develop action plans that reflect client goals related to employment, education, and skill development
- Facilitate youth-focused workshops and job readiness activities
- Provide mentorship and encouragement to promote sustained participation
- Refer participants to supportive services including mental health, housing, or childcare as needed
- Monitor progress toward goals and update service plans as appropriate
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in case management systems
- Collaborate with internal departments and external youth service providers to maximize available resources
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Youth Development, Psychology, or a related field
- Minimum 2 years of experience working with disconnected or vulnerable youth populations
- Strong interpersonal, coaching, and group facilitation skills
- Familiarity with trauma-informed and youth-centered service models
Pay Range: $23.08/hr - $24.04/hr
About Us:
Grant Associates is a national workforce development company that is passionate about raising the economic security for the people, businesses, and communities we serve. Since opening our doors in 1997, we have operated programs in cities large and small, partnering with communities to build the human side of economic development. As one of the largest workforce development organizations in North America, we have provided workforce development services to more than 50,000 companies and helped more than 1.2 million people achieve their career goals. Grant Associates is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Advanced Personnel Management (APM) Group, a leading international provider of Human Services with offices in ten countries.
*Grant Associates in an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $23 - $24
