Success Coach (Learn & Earn)

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council, Inc. (CPC) aims to promote the social and economic empowerment of Chinese American, immigrant, and low-income communities. Today, CPC is the nation's largest Asian American social services agency and offers more than 50 programs at over 35 sites throughout New York City, including early childhood education, school-age care, youth services, workforce development, community services, and senior services. CPC strives to be the premier social service and leadership development organization. In 2017, CPC launched Advancing Our CommUNITY, its organization-wide strategy to expand services to address persistent needs and emerging trends and to improve leadership skills among staff and community members. In 2022, our core programs and emergency services reached 200,000 people living in all five boroughs and all 51 city council districts. In the summer of 2022, CPC was recognized as the number one Chinese American organization in New York City to recommend to a Chinese immigrant looking for in-language and culturally competent resources according to a recent survey. This accomplishment is a testament to the incredible work and dedication of our staff. (For more information, please visit: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/)

PROGRAM SUMMARY

The Learn and Earn Program at Essex Street Academy in Manhattan provides work readiness skills training, college access support, leadership development and employment opportunities for youth and young adults. Youth are equipped with the experience and skills necessary to make a successful transition into adulthood and are empowered to become stronger advocates for themselves and their communities.

JOB SUMMARY

Learn & Earn is looking for one part-time Success Coach at Essex Street Academy (350 Grand St, New York, NY 10002)

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere where students feel comfortable and motivated to participate.
• Build positive relationships with students, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Develop and implement a diverse range of after-school activities that cater to the interests and needs of high school students.
• Create and organize educational workshops, recreational activities, and skill-building sessions.
• Document student progress, challenges, and any changes in their circumstances.
• Ensure that all enrolled participants successfully complete all program components and achieve expected outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and community partners to enhance the overall educational experience.
• Support school with implementing a comprehensive participant outreach, recruitment, selection, enrollment and placement strategy.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Minimum high school diploma
• At least 1 year of experience working within the field of youth development

Skills and Competencies:

• Familiarity with DYCD’s Promote the Positive Framework, including Positive Youth Development, Social and Emotional Learning, and Youth Leadership principles.
• Culturally competent professional committed to providing services in a manner that is sensitive to participants’ cultural heritage and traditions, life experiences, sexual orientation and gender identity.
• Strong work ethic and demonstrated passion for working with diverse populations, especially immigrant and low-income communities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, time management and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of MS office applications and virtual platforms such as Zoom, Teams, and Webex.
• Willingness to travel to worksites via public transportation.
• Fluency in English. Ability to speak another language a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• Hiring for this position is subject to clearance by NYC Department of Education and required background checks

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• $22.00 - $27.00 per hour; maximum 20 hours per week with occasional evenings and weekends as needed
• CPC offers eligible part-time staff members mandatory benefits, including paid New York State sick time

HOW TO APPLY

Interested individuals should submit their resume, along with a cover letter addressed to Stephanie Eng, when applying online via CPC’s website: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/jobs or selected online job boards. All documents should be submitted as one single file. Applicants may reach out to careers@cpc-nyc.org with any questions or further inquiries.

CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.