Engagement Specialist

New York City
New York, NY
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing the care, development, and guidance of dependent, neglected, traumatized, and emotionally disturbed children at the Children's Center. They will create a welcoming, trauma-informed environment for all children entering and exiting the Children's Center. The Engagement Specialist will ensure that children receive a welcome or transition kit, conduct individual and group orientation, and chaperone and/or transport youths to and from appointments, school, activities, court appearances, and other community-based activities.

What You Will Do

The Engagement Specialist will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: overseeing the care, development, and guidance of dependent, neglected, traumatized, and emotionally disturbed children at the Children's Center; creating a welcoming, trauma-informed environment for all children entering and exiting the Children's Center; ensuring that children receive a welcome or transition kit; conducting individual and group orientation to youth to support NSCC program expectations and transition to placement; chaperoning and/or transporting youths to and from appointments, school, activities, court appearances, and other community-based activities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The selected candidate will be offered a salary between $44,545.00 - $51,227.00. The Administration for Children's Services (ACS) is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing access to all individuals. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Simone Campbell at eeo.adacoordinator@acs.nyc.gov or 212-676-6955.

Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent
  • Three years of experience in community work or community-centered activities in an area related to duties described above

Benefits

  • Salary between $44,545.00 - $51,227.00
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