Overview
MAC Youth Case Manager Jobs in City of Syracuse, USA at Catholic Charities of Onondaga County
Location: City of Syracuse
Overview
Thrive and Change Lives
Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.
We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others.
For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!
Flexible Work Schedules
Remitted Tuition
Professional Development
Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits
Professional Supervision and Coaching
Recognition and Appreciation Programs
Opportunities for Growth and Promotion
Responsibilities
The MAC Youth Coordinator will plan and implement the daily operations and activities of the MAC grant through NYS OTDA. Recruit program participants for participation in career awareness activities, tutoring, socialization activities, health and financial literacy workshops, and other youth development activities. Students will be from refugee backgrounds. Develop, plan and manage activities for refugee youth ages 15-24 years old focused on academics, health, career development, financial literacy and social integration.
Recruit mentors in the community to work with refugee youth and coordinate direct activities that support youth in developing their skills in the above listed five categories. Develop programs and activities for refugee youth after school and on weekends and provide support for youth and their families, as needed. Create lesson plans and instructional activities using resources that focus on English learning and social adjustment, including engaging youth in interesting activities and discussions.
Oversee and coordinate Recreational Activities, Summer Academy and other youth programming with youth staff, volunteers, interns and mentors. Gather information and help clients complete intake forms. Assist youth program staff with academic support activities such as facilitating communication between schools and families, arranging homework assistance, tutoring, English classes and Regents test preparation to promote academic success of the refugee students.
Assist youth program staff in organizing social and educational activities like cooking, art, music, sports, STEM activities and holiday parties. Assist youth program staff in planning field trips and other recreational activities. Communicate with parents regularly about the activities of the program. Act as advocates for the youth and assist families use email, apps, other technology to stay notified of Syracuse City School District communications.
Serve as advocate and resource for program, staff, and program participants. Monitor expenses and use of program assets. Establish short and long-term program objectives and ensure grant requirements are met. Insure the maintenance and timely completion of all program statistics and reports, including case notes and billing points in NYS BIN system. Hold weekly team meetings. Work collaboratively with Refugee Resettlement and other Refugee Youth Program staff.
Work as a team member in implementation of all youth programming at Northside CYO. Transport Clients in agency vehicle as needed and maintain a safe driving record. Follow all CCOC volunteer policy and NYS guidelines for youth mentors and volunteers. Maintain guidelines established by the funding sources and agency policies and procedures and any other duties as assigned.
This is a 35-hour per week position. The candidate must be available to work after school, evenings, and occasional weekends as needed. Pay is $23.00/hour.
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field preferred,
- 1–3 years of experience working with youth, teens, individuals who speak English as a new language,…
Title: MAC Youth Case Manager
Company: Catholic Charities of Onondaga County
Location: City of Syracuse, USA
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