Youth Advocate at FOREST HILLS COMMUNITY HOUSE – Jamaica, New York

Join Our Team as a Youth Advocate at Queens Community House

Job Title: Youth Advocate
Program: Learning to Work (LTW) – Queens Satellite High School for Opportunity
Location: Queens, NY
Reports To: Program Director
Status: Full-Time
Salary: $21.43–$21.97 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (with flexibility for events and trainings)

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.

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.

• Provide individualized academic, personal, and social support to students
• Develop and implement personalized support plans with students and families
• Facilitate workshops on conflict resolution, self-advocacy, and emotional well-being
• Serve as a liaison between students, families, and community resources
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records
• Conduct attendance outreach and home/worksite visits as needed
• Support students with college and career planning, including FAFSA and CUNY applications
• Organize post-secondary field trips and the Annual College & Career Expo
• Collaborate with DOE staff and school personnel to enhance student support
• Follow up with graduates and provide transition support

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related field
• Experience working with youth in a mentoring, counseling, or advocacy capacity
• Strong understanding of challenges faced by at-risk youth

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual proficiency
• Experience in program development and community outreach

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Strong organizational and case management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Knowledge of post-secondary pathways, including college and vocational training

Queens Community House provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (sick, vacation, and federal holidays)
• Paid Family Leave with QCH supplemental benefits
• Professional Development, Training, and Networking Opportunities

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.

Drug-Free Workplace

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.