Career Preparation Facilitator

Reporting to the Manager of Cov Works-Shelter, the Career Preparation Facilitator is responsible for providing instruction to youth via in-person or virtual. The facilitator will help youth meet necessary goals and prepare them for employment, postsecondary coursework, GED preparation, and/or vocational training.

(Responsibilities to include but are not limited to the following)

• Prepare lesson plans and course materials for face-to-face and online instruction that maximize student learning job readiness areas: mock interviewing, resume writing, etc.

• Evaluate student progress regularly, with an emphasis on life and interview skills.

• Maintain a roster of 10 students for each class.

• Employ appropriate and diverse teaching and learning strategies – i.e., individual, group, hands-on and contextualized instruction as well as lecture and discussion. Incorporate instructional technology (i.e., internet, software programs, laptops, and/or SMART Board) when available and appropriate.

• Provide counseling and academic guidance to youth as needed to achieve academic and career goals.

• Review course content and materials as well as youth evaluations and make recommendations to Supervisor for course revision and/or development. Collaborate with Supervisor and/or other departments to review, evaluate and, if necessary, revise program.

• Maintain accurate records of attendance, pre and post-test hours and progress. Submit final rosters according to established procedures and deadlines.

• Implement best practices for the retention and recruitment of students.

• Adhere to institutional policies and procedures. Consistently enforce rules concerning behavior as outlined.

• Attend and actively participate in team meetings and professional development training.

• Serve on committees and task forces as assigned.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred. 1-2 years’ experience working with disadvantaged youth.

• Knowledge of effective strategies, curriculum, and instruction to support all youth.

• Professional oral and written communication skills English, including academic report writing.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders and youth.

• Must be knowledgeable of multiple software programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and the internet.

• Must have a high degree of professionalism, integrity, and dependability.

• Bi-lingual [English/Spanish] a plus.

Covenant House New York offers a rich package of benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Life & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Eligibility for medical benefits begins on the date of hire
• PTO includes three weeks of vacation in the first year, ten holidays, 13 sick days, five personal days, and birthday days off
• 403b with employer contribution after 12 months