DLC Specialist - Newark, United States - Covenant House New Jersey

Description

The Dove Learning Center (DLC) Specialist is responsible for providing the delivery of care and services to all youth with absolute respect and unconditional love. The DLC- Coordinator must create opportunities for building community amongst young people that is inclusive and affirming, ensuring young people feel welcomed, seen, heard and valued. The DLC Coordinator is responsible for inspiring and motivating youth; by creating a learning environment which uses creative education techniques to engage youth and give them voice and choice. The DLC focuses on five core resiliency objectives: Education, Employment, Social Navigation, Financial Literacy and Wellness

Duties and responsibilities:

• Manage aspects of programming to include but not limited to the following:
• Prepare youth for the workplace by facilitating groups in the areas of resume writing, employment readiness, preparedness and job retention.
• Instruct youth in resume writing, job search and interviewing techniques.
• Cultivate and establish employer relationships to develop employment opportunities for youth.
• Provide ongoing educational and vocational counseling to youth.
• Develop and identify both on and off-site career oriented seminars and programs to inform youth of career opportunities.
• Co-create a structure for an apprenticeship program, and implement.
• Acclimate and oversee assigned volunteers, virtual and in-person, in accordance with Child Protection Policies and Procedures.
• Engage youth through a self paced blended learning environment: web based, traditional classroom and small group, peer-led and individualized reading resources.
• Create learning opportunities which offer youth voice, choice and are adaptive.
• Contribute to a dynamic atmosphere where youth can experience a supportive relationship.
• Collaborate with DLC team members, statewide, in lesson review and writing to align with resiliency objectives in all areas, to include, education, employment, financial literacy, social navigation and physical, mental and spiritual wellness.
• Empower youth by providing opportunities to lead through development and implementation of "peer to peer" programs.
• Ensure that the needs of the youth are met at all times, prioritizing safety while providing guardrails and maintaining a spirit of flexibility
• Provide classroom instruction and/or classroom oversight for the DLC.
• On-board youth to the DLC and assist in all data collection efforts with youth focused on improving the quality of care.
• Implement software systems that provide information and learning opportunities for youth to include but not limited to: Message Board System, classroom monitoring software.
• Identify resources and educational opportunities and collaborate with service management staff to connect youth to opportunities.
• Assist youth and assist staff in assisting youth, in completing youth educational applications, FASFA, and other opportunities.
• Work in coordination with other support staff to ensure that youth continue their attendance and remain engaged in education classes.
• Co-create a structure for an apprenticeship program, and implement.
• Ensure that the needs of the youth are met at all times, prioritizing safety while providing guardrails and maintaining a spirit of flexibility
• Provide classroom instruction and/or classroom oversight for all DLC youth.
• Assists with fundraising activities and special events which may be conducted outside the employee's normal work schedule.
• Required to check and respond to company email daily.
• All other duties assigned by DLC Coordinator.
• May be required to work special events which may be conducted during off-hours from a regular schedule.

Applicant Must be available to work the following schedule: Sunday thru Thursday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Spanish speaking preferred)

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, masters preferred.
• Previous group facilitation experience preferred.
• Some experience working with young people who may have experienced great trauma, including homelessness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, assessment and leadership skills
• Valid NJ driver's license with an insurable driving record
  
  

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403B Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holidays, Personal, & Sick days).