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Location

City of Syracuse, New York

Salary

$18 - $22 / HOUR

Core responsibilities

The youth development professional provides direct supervision, support, and guidance to teenage boys in a group home, focusing on teaching practical life skills necessary for independent living, such as cooking, budgeting, and employment readiness. This role involves empowering youth to build resilience and self-Confidence while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment compliant with agency standards.

Requirements summary

A high school diploma or ged is required for this entry-Level position, though an associate's or bachelor's degree in a human services field is preferred. Candidates must possess the physical ability to provide crisis intervention, including physical restraints, and must have a valid driver's license to transport youth as needed.

high schoolTeamworkCommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsDocumentationMentoringGoal SettingBudgetingCrisis InterventionTrauma-Informed CareDirect SupervisionSelf-AdvocacyFinancial LiteracyPhysical RestraintsLife Skills CoachingEmployment Readiness