Peer Accountability Council Coordinator

Overview

The Center for Youth:
Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice. In collaboration with the Greece Central School District, this position works with Together Now to operate a Neighborhood Navigation Center to serve GCSD families before, during, and after school hours. Using My Way Finder  software and grant funded programs, this position provides person-centered support and services to community members in order to help them achieve their goals.

Schedule: Full time, 37.5 hours per week. Must have 1-2 evenings available weekly, as needed.

• Work in collaboration with the District Director of Community Schools, District Social Workers, outside organizations, school administration and other school mental health staff as needed to support families that participate at the Neighborhood Navigation Center
• Meet with the District Community Schools Team monthly to support Community Schools Strategy
• Organize, direct, and lead outreach events and opportunities to build relationships with GCSD students and families
• Act compassionately and quickly in response to families in crisis, which may include homelessness, domestic violence, food insecurity, etc.
• Become an active participant in school and community activities and events to build relationships
• Help GCSD community members identify and successfully navigate community resources and services across health, human services, education, and government sectors that are necessary to reach self-defined goals and improve their overall well-being and stability
• Facilitate, manage and monitor the mission, vision and responsibilities of the Community Cares Initiative
• Report and present on progress and outcomes of the Community Cares Initiative
• Advocate for clients, provide emotional support, and support self-advocacy skills when appropriate

• High School Degree OR GED OR Equivalent / Bachelor s Degree preferred
• Experience working/ volunteering with children, students or families
• Familiarity with the Community Schools Strategy
• A valid Drivers license

• Excellent communication, organizational and time management
• Strong clerical and data entry skills
• Strong knowledge in Google Workspace
• Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office

Pay Rate: $20- $22 per hour

Salary: $19 - $21 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity statement:
The Center for Youth Provides Equal Employment Opportunities