MS- DYCD - Youth Advocate; Rockaway Park

MS318 - DYCD - Youth Advocate (Rockaway Park)

Rockaway Park, Queens, NY, USA

Posted Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results‑oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.

Work Hours: Monday through Friday 2pm to 5:30pm or 5 hour 3 days a week (Flexible but must work on Monday)

Summary

The Youth Advocate is responsible for supporting and facilitating the social and personal development of adolescents and teenagers. A Youth Advocate is a guide and mentor to youth who gives direction in their academic, vocational, and personal lives and pursuits.

Essential Functions:

• Implement SEL/College/Career skill‑building curriculum and research‑based assessment.
• Develop academic and social emotional goals with students using Motivational Interviewing techniques.
• Conduct ongoing individual and small group sessions with youth to build SEL skills and support academic achievement.
• Participate in and help plan student activities such as school tours, trips, and events related to College & Career development.
• Participate in mentoring activities and assess the youths’ progress towards the fulfillment of decreed goals and objectives.
• Be aware of popular culture and trends to be able to connect with students.
• Demonstrate as a perfect role model.
• Attend related professional development opportunities to build personal/professional skills.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Pay Rate:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalency
• Bilingual in one or more of the following:
  Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali and others, may be required depending on client and location needs.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines, communicate with stakeholders, and manage competing tasks.

Qualifications Preferred:

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V