Youth Counselor (Bilingual) - Career Services Job Details Job Location 50 Clinton Street Suite 400, Hempstead, NY, 11550 - Hempstead, NY Position Type Full Time Education Level Bachelors Degree Salary Range $24.64 - $24.64 Hourly Travel Percentage None Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services Join Our Team as aYouth Counselor (Bilingual)! Are you passionate about supporting Vocational population and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 79,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated full timeBilingual YouthCounselorto join theCareer ServicesProgram . Salary:$24.64/ hour Schedule:9AM-4:45PM, Monday- Friday Location:Hempstead, NY Reports to:Program Supervisor What drives the core purpose of this job: The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) operates a Youth Services program located in Hempstead, NY. This program offers employment readiness training programs to Town of Hempstead and City of Long Beach youth ages 14-24. Programs include In-School and Out-of-School Youth and the Youth Employment and Summer Youth Employment Programs (YEP and SYEP). As a Youth Counselor, you are responsible for the onboarding, administrative oversight, and quality assurance within the youth program. What are the key responsibilities: + Offer direct guidance and operational support to contractors involved in youth services programs. + Review youth enrollment documents from contractors to verify accuracy and assess program eligibility. + Perform eligibility screenings with youth participants. + Maintain, organize, and accurately input participant records, files, and documents. + Evaluate monthly progress reports from vendors, addressing inaccuracies, needs, and concerns. + Support youth in enrolling, monitoring progress, and tracking outcomes in occupational skills training. + Complete technical tasks, including but not limited to preparing program reports, and representing Youth Services at both internal and external meetings + Conduct youth program orientations. + Monitor contractor performance in youth services to ensure adherence to program standards and best practices. + Facilitate outreach presentations within local schools, community agencies, and other youth-focused events to educate and recruit prospective youth participants. + Support staff during job fairs and other community events. + Participate in staff webinars, workshops, and training. + Complete additional tasks as assigned. What key knowledge, skills, and abilities are required to excel in this role: + Bachelor’s degree in human services, business, education, training, or related area is required.. + 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role + Bilingual Spanish speaking required. + Honesty, integrity, strong work ethic. + Flexibility in learning and adapting to different roles, with the ability to pivot and implement new strategies when necessary. + Proficient in accurately and efficiently entering data. + Skilled in in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. + Ability to develop relationships with youth, parents, partners, employers, and coworkers + Shows initiative while recognizing when to seek guidance or supervision. + Ability to maintain the privacy of youth. + Strong organizational and time management skills. + Strong verbal and written communication and public speaking skills. + Excellent attention to detail, with a focus on identifying and resolving errors in contractor reports and documentation. + Ability to learn and master information technology systems such as databases and program specific software. + Maintain regular, punctual attendance, including at internal and external meetings, professional development events, and other scheduled events. + Experiencing in meeting with youth and their parents/guardians. + Experience using the One-Stop Operating System (OSOS). What We Offer + Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with a 3% match after anniversary, 30 days Paid Time Off in your first year, and 14 Paid holidays. + Additional Perks: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, PlumBenefits, Verizon wireless discounts. + At EAC Network, you'll find more than a job—you'll find a supportive, growth-focused workplace that values equity, justice, and belonging. Enjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules, generous PTO, Summer Fridays, and a commitment to wellness, recognized by Cigna’s 2023 Silver Healthy Workforce Designation. Join us and make a real impact in communities across Long Island and NYC!