Youth Success Specialist

JOB OVERVIEW:

The youth success specialist works with newly arrived humanitarian immigrant youth to support their academic success and social integration. The youth success specialist supports the implementation of the Refugee Youth Mentorship Program (RYMP) by providing individual case management services to youth currently participating in the program and leading the implementation of quarterly activities. The position works closely with students, their families, volunteers, and school staff to set goals and develop individual action plans. 

STATUS:

This is a full-time, one- year limited term position. The specialist will be required to work in the office and in the field Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. There might be some occasional evening or weekend work to accommodate youth activities. The rest of the weekly schedule will be made in collaboration with the youth services coordinator and resettlement program manager. 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Work one-on-one and in groups with high school and out-of-school youth to develop individual learning plans. Conduct regular check-ins with students to monitor their progress
• Maintain up-to-date case notes and services plans; ensuring students case files are in compliance with grant requirements
• Lead community outreach to identify opportunities and external services to assist students in making progress towards their goals
• Assist in enforcing program expectations and follow program routines to create safe and productive learning environments
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify individual or group mentorship opportunities for high school and out of school youth
• Update training materials and resources, such as suggested activities, for mentors
• Organize group activities with mentors and mentee clients quarterly such as career development workshops, field trips and more
• Supervise interns or other volunteers assisting with the Refugee Youth Mentorship Program
• Collaborate with the employment services team to support eligible youth obtain summer work or internships
• Other tasks and projects as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous experience working with youth and volunteers in virtual and/or classroom/education settings
• Experience working in a multi-cultural setting
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
• Energetic, empathetic and ready to manage a variety of tasks
• Fluency in English, written and spoken
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Adherence to IRC workplace policies
• Some additional evening and weekend hours will be required. Availability on Wednesday evenings is preferred to be able to support youth mentorship programs.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable access to a vehicle with current insurance, and the ability to travel within the local service delivery area regularly preferred.

Work Environment:

• A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities. Tuesday and Wednesday evening hours are required. Additional evening or weekend hours will be required.

Compensation: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget.  Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

US Benefits: The IRC offers a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. All US employees are eligible for sick time, a 403b retirement savings plans: up to 4.5% immediately vested matching contribution, plus an 3-7% additional IRC contribution, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

In addition, full-time employees are eligible for 10 US paid holidays, 20-25 paid time off days, disability & life insurance, medical, dental, and vision insurance (employee contribution starting at $135, $7, and $5 per month respectively) and FSA for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs. Part-time employees are eligible for a proportionate amount of paid time off. These additional benefits apply to employees who work at least 6 months within a 12 month time period.