Student Success Advocate - Bilingual

• Location 400 Mansell Street,San Francisco, CA, 94134,United States
• Base Pay $26.50 - $28.00 / Hour
• Job Category Advocate
• Employee Type Hourly - Full Time

Imagine going to work each day knowing that your efforts positively impact individuals and communities. As a global movement and the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the YMCA of Greater San Francisco offers more than just a job—we offer a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in your community.

At the Y, you can uncover your passion and build a lifelong career addressing some of the nation's most pressing social issues.

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we are committed to demonstrating values that aim to building strong communities where you can Be, Belong and Become. With Truth & Courage, we strive to understand and act on individual and societal truths. We ensure a safe and inclusive environment with Authenticity & Accessibility, allowing everyone to participate according to their needs. Our approach is Dependable & Creative, as we respond to community needs through strong partnerships.

Above all, we embody Dignity & Empathy, treating everyone with respect and compassion, and recognizing the inherent dignity in all individuals.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related field, or equivalent professional and community or relevant lived experience.
• Experience mentoring youth, facilitating groups, supporting attendance interventions, and collaborating with school personnel.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
• Understanding of challenges that may impact youth and families and commitment to positive youth development and equitable access to opportunities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and basic data management systems.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with youth, families, school staff, and community partners.
• TB test clearance in the last 2 years

• Experience providing school-based case management or social-emotional support services.
• Familiarity with restorative practices, positive youth development, trauma-informed care, and community-based programming.
• Experience facilitating support groups, leadership programs, or transition programs for middle and high school youth.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills that support communication with program participants and families and align with community needs.

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Student Success Advocate (SSA) provides coaching, case management, outreach, and socio-emotional support services to youth and families. The SSA works closely with our school partners to support student success through individual case management, crisis intervention, advocacy, referrals, support groups, and after school program leadership. This role develops individualized service plans, documents participant progress, collaborates with school personnel and community partners, and supports summer transition programming and family engagement efforts.

The Student Success Advocate is committed to fostering positive youth development and helping students overcome barriers to academic and personal success.

Program

Hours:

Monday
-Friday 10am-6:30pm

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