FOREST HILLS COMMUNITY HOUSE·New York
The Youth Advocate will provide individualized academic, personal, and social support to students at Queens Satellite High School for Opportunity, developing personalized support plans and facilitating relevant workshops. This role also involves serving as a liaison between students, families, and community resources while supporting college and career planning efforts.
Join Our Team as a Youth Advocate at Queens Community House
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (with flexibility for events and trainings)
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Queens Community House (QCH) is a multi-site, multi-service settlement house dedicated to serving the diverse communities of Queens. Through a broad network of programs, QCH provides vital support to children, youth, adults, families, and older adults.
Rooted in a commitment to social and economic justice, QCH combines innovative programming with best practices to meet the evolving needs of the community. Our mission is to equip individuals and families with the tools to enrich their lives and build strong, inclusive neighborhoods.
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Queens Community House is seeking a dedicated Youth Advocate to support students at Queens Satellite High School for Opportunity. The Youth Advocate will provide academic, social, and emotional support, helping students overcome challenges and achieve success.
This role involves building strong relationships with students, families, school staff, and community partners to ensure each student receives individualized and effective support. The ideal candidate is compassionate, resourceful, and committed to youth development and post-secondary success.
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Queens Community House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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At QCH, we are a mission-driven organization committed to making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. If you are passionate about empowering youth and creating positive change, we encourage you to apply.
Market context
Youth advocate roles in New York are often tied to schools, community programs, and youth-serving nonprofits, where demand reflects ongoing need for support with at-risk youth. Competition can be strong because employers commonly look for a bachelor’s degree, direct mentoring or counseling experience, and bilingual skills, while benefits such as medical, dental, vision, PTO, and a 403(b) may help a role stand out. Before applying, compare how your youth advocacy experience matches the posting and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.