Youth Development Specialist

Sensa Recruiting
New York, NY
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

The Youth Development Specialist provides comprehensive support services to high school students, serving as their primary point of contact and guiding them through internship preparation, post-secondary planning, and career readiness. The ideal candidate will be an engaging, resourceful, and proactive professional with experience working with high school-aged youth.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include conducting individual counseling sessions, providing guidance on post-secondary planning, assisting with CUNY and FAFSA application processes, and making referrals to external resources and services.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have experience working with youth in a NYC high school setting, knowledge of college and career readiness, and strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or a related field
  • Experience working with youth in a NYC high school setting
  • Knowledge of college and career readiness and youth development
  • Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
  • DOE fingerprint clearance (or ability to obtain before start date)

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance & 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Generous Paid Time Off (Sick, Vacation, and most federal holidays)
  • Professional Development & Growth Opportunities
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