Youth Development Specialist

CCAP Mission Statement

To empower all people and communities, challenged by poverty as well as social and cultural barriers, through advocacy, education, and access to high‑quality health and human services.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and help empower youth to realize their potential, we want to hear from you! Join us in creating brighter futures for at‑risk and minority youth in our community. Apply now by submitting your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you’re passionate about this opportunity.

The Youth Development Specialist ensures that clients aged 14–24 receive a coordinated, client‑centered array of services to complete education and job training programs through the Learn to Earn Program. The Specialist must possess empathy and a deep understanding of vulnerable youth populations while actively working to dismantle barriers such as poverty and limited access to opportunities.

This is a full‑time, 35‑hour per week position, Monday‑Friday. Some evening hours may be required, and the role may involve travel between youth centers throughout Rhode Island, including any CCAP location.

• Associate or bachelor’s degree (preferred)

• 2 years of experience in a related field and/or relevant life experiences

• Demonstrated case management skills and knowledge of youth development

• Strong passion for working with at‑risk and minority youth

• Ability to motivate and encourage others, even in challenging situations

• Strong knowledge and use of Microsoft and Google platforms

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)

• Valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle liability insurance

• Provide/maintain all required immunizations and/or vaccinations

• Complete all required background checks

• Provide case management to youth/young adults ages 14–24 enrolled in employment and education programs.
• Conduct comprehensive intake and assessments on clients.
• Monitor cases by verifying attendance, evaluating service strategies, advocating for needed services, obtaining additional resources, intervening in crises, and providing personal support.
• Develop and guide youth through a service plan in accordance with grant provisions.
• Track and record case information, complete necessary forms, and produce monthly attendance and case‑note reports.
• Answer inquiries from potential program partners and incoming youth.
• Develop ways to retain youth through motivation and encouragement.
• Outreach and network with other youth‑serving programs and high schools.
• Provide client support services such as advocacy, mentorship, or resources.
• Participate in program development and workshop facilitation to encourage and motivate youth.
• Conduct detailed evaluations on clients to develop a service plan guiding youth through our program.
• Travel outside the office to connect and network with other youth‑serving programs and high schools across Rhode Island.
• Create and/or implement workshops for youth—including Life Skills, College and Career Readiness, Digital Literacy, Healthy Relationships, Financial Literacy, and other topic areas as needs dictate.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes 403(b), health insurance, vision and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement accounts, tuition reimbursement up to $1,000 annually, an Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation, sick and personal days, and up to 13 paid holidays for all eligible employees. Some benefits are also available for part‑time employees. Opportunities for professional development and growth, as well as a supportive and collaborative work environment, are part of our commitment to making a difference in the community.

CCAP strives to cultivate and sustain a workforce devoted to providing compassionate and respectful care to all patients and clients. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.