JOB TITLE: Education and Employment Specialist
REPORTS TO: Education and Employment Supervisor
SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday (9:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
LOCATION: Venice, CA, Access Center, On-site
STATUS: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, Non-Exempt
DRIVER POSITION: Yes [If yes, please reference driving policy]
SALARY RANGE: $24.00/hr
ABOUT US:
Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma-informed, low-barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability. Our robust continuum of care includes street outreach, drop-in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs.
SPY is a unique social impact agency that values community collaboration and a deep commitment to the well-being of youth. If you have the skills, passion, and collaborative spirit, join our growing team.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Provide education and employment services to youth who are at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness, supporting them in achieving positive educational and workforce development outcomes, developing career pathways, and securing and maintaining employment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Provide direct education and employment services to youth ages 18–25 who are at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness.
- Collaborate with youth to develop individualized education and employment case plans tailored to their goals and needs.
- Coordinate, implement, and monitor all aspects of participants’ education and employment plans, including GED preparation, high school completion, post-secondary enrollment, career exploration, resume development, interview preparation, and life skills training.
- Develop and facilitate educational and life skills programming focused on job readiness, career preparation, and workforce development.
- Plan and coordinate workshops, guest speakers, and community presentations related to education, employment, and professional development.
- Facilitate groups, workshops, and youth engagement activities in a supportive and trauma-informed environment.
- Conduct outreach and cultivate partnerships with employers, hiring managers, human resource professionals, and business owners to create job and internship opportunities for youth with diverse educational and employment backgrounds, including justice-involved youth.
- Organize and supervise educational outings, job fairs, career fairs, college tours, and other enrichment activities.
- Support youth in navigating personal, social, and interpersonal challenges that may impact educational and employment success.
- Maintain ongoing supportive engagement with youth who complete or graduate from the program and help develop an alumni peer support network for current participants.
- Assist with coordinating volunteer activities and supporting staff with program operations and special projects.
- Prepare monthly program reports, funding documentation, case notes, and other administrative materials related to education and employment services.
- Participate in staff meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, trainings, and community collaborations as required.
- Transport and accompany youth to employment, educational, and community resource events as needed.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
