Program Specialist - YAWL

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The Community Youth Center of San Francisco (CYC) provides the youth of our city a sense of belonging and vital tools and experiences to succeed in life. Our services include academic support and college counseling, job placement and employment training, substance use and violence prevention education, crisis intervention and mediation, leadership development, and technology and computer training. Our mission is to encourage a diverse population of high-need young people to explore their full potential through academic, career, family, and community life.
 

Title: Program Specialist

Salary: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour plus excellent benefits 

Reports to: Program Coordinator

Status: Full-Time, (40 hours/week), Non-Exempt
 

Program Summary:  CYC’s Young Adult Worklink (YAWL) Workforce Development Program provides job readiness and employment support services to youth ages 16-24. The program offers 1:1 job search and career coaching, work-based learning internships, college and career exploration, and job shadowing opportunities to propel youth and young adults to be ready for college, work, and reach productive adulthood.

Position Description: Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator, the Program Specialist is responsible for coordinating and facilitating employment readiness workshops/training, career counseling, and providing high-quality youth workforce and development services. 


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Develop curriculum and facilitate job readiness training workshops which include but are not limited to: professionalism, career exploration, resume and cover letter building, job search/navigation, interview skill development, mock interviews, and strength/talent identification.
• Provide 1:1 career guidance and assist participants with individualized education and career planning services,  job search and placement assistance and conduct follow ups for retention services. 
• Collaborate with the workforce team to strategize on program planning, development and implementation of overall youth workforce development programs and outcomes. 
• Lead youth outreach initiatives, cultivating strategic community partnerships and developing a robust referral network to support recruitment and engagement.
• Support worksite visits, college tours, career spotlights, and special events as assigned.
• Connect participants to resources within CYC and other CBO or city services for barrier removal to ensure their success.
• Ensure that all program development incorporates local “Youth Program Quality Standards” and all deliverables are met as stated in the grant work plan.
• Act as a liaison and collaborate with other post-secondary educational and training services to support youth. 
• Coordinate GED attainment services, tutoring services, and basic skills remediation as needed.
• Cultivate relationships with employers to develop employment opportunities for youth and young adults.
• Complete all required written documentation and reports as required to meet funder compliance.
• Support agency-wide events and other duties as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Two years of experience working with youth, preferably within youth workforce deve