Relief Youth Specialist- Brooklyn Youth Center

RELIEF YOUTH SPECIALIST – BROOKLYN YOUTH CENTER

Job Category: Direct Service Worker

Requisition Number: RELIE
004532

Posted: March 4, 2026 |
Schedule: Part‑Time |
Rate: $18.54 per hour

Brooklyn, New York

• Develop community relationships and employment/internship opportunities for youth
• Engage youth in job fairs and career building events
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of all services provided, including group notes and attendance
• Provide vocational instruction to build computer, reading, writing, and math skills
• Assist youth in GED preparation
• Develop and lead regularly scheduled groups, workshops, seminars, and outings for youth
• Increase the number of on-site activities for youth “dropping‑in”
• Increase volunteer participation and mentoring opportunities
• Represent Independence Inn Brooklyn Drop‑In Center at community forums and program‑related events as assigned by supervisor
• Develop methods of tracking youth participation in conjunction with supervisor
• Ensure that all grant deliverables within the purview of the position are met
• Perform other relevant duties as delegated by supervisor

• Knowledge and understanding of at-risk youth population required
• High school diploma (BA/BS preferred)
• Flexible schedule required
• Driver’s license preferred

Must be able to work effectively and efficiently within a demanding work environment.

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