Youth Education Advocate

Job Description:

Title: Youth

Education

• Advocate

• Salary: $46,500 + benefits

• Classification: Non-Exempt

• Scope of Position

• To provide comprehensive guidance and counseling support to youth residing in Wake, Lee, and Chatham Counties. The Youth

Education

• Advocate will guide individuals through the process of obtaining a high school diploma/GED, post-secondary education, or connecting with sustainable full-time employment. This position will also be responsible for providing GED tutoring and activities leading up to successful GED attainment. The Youth

Education

• Advocate will also provide post-GED activities that will be focused on keeping the youth actively engaged in the program until all of the youth’s goals have been met.

• Essential Functions

• Meet regularly with all active youth participants providing guidance and counseling

• Provide individualized and holistic support to each participant tailored to their specific needs

• Identify potential mentors for the youth population to aid in their success

• Collaborate with business services team to connect youth to employment opportunities with local employers

• Partner with local area training providers and refer clients as appropriate

• Provide referrals to community partners when appropriate

• Conduct regular assessments tailored to guiding the participants in their career goals

• Conduct case management duties and maintain compliance with funder and WIOA guidelines

• Complete required documentation accurately for enrollment and upload it into NCWorks database

• Ensure all service and follow-up activities are updated and participant information is entered into all appropriate databases and files in a timely manner

• Assist with keeping participants engaged with planned activities

• Conduct workshops on and off site

• Conduct community outreach to recruit participants

• Work occasional evenings/weekends as needed

• Other opportunities as available

• GED Support Functions

• Provide individualized GED tutoring to support clients in successfully passing official GED exams

• Conduct weekly one-on-one tutoring sessions twice per week, tailoring instruction to each client’s learning needs and progress

• Serve as case manager for all GED clients, including coordinating test preparation, assisting with exam registration and payment, and scheduling official testing dates. Prepare customized take-home study guides to reinforce learning.

• Maintain accurate attendance records, and provide incentives for successfully passed practice and official exams

• Education and

Experience

• Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

• Experience working with disconnected/at risk youth

• 1-3 years of human services, training, or teaching experience

• Skills and experience in providing career development and counseling assistance preferred

• Experience in a team-oriented environment

• Ability to converse with a wide range of professionals and demonstrate a positive professional attitude

• Valid driver’s license, clean driving records, and automobile required

• EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.