Successfully Transitioning Youth to Adolescence (STYA), an initiative funded by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), utilizes a positive youth development approach to ease the transition of preteen youth into young adulthood. The purpose of the initiative is to develop, enhance, or expand prevention programs aimed at delaying the onset of adolescent pregnancy and childbearing. The YWCA of Syracuse and Onondaga County is seeking a Youth Development Specialists that will assist the Youth Development Coordinator with activities that support the desired outcomes of the program. Position Summary: The Youth Development Specialist is responsible for leading of various activities and assisting with the supervision of program participants. The successful candidate is subject to criminal background check. The position responsibilities for this part-time/hourly position include but are not limited to: • Assisting program coordinator with program/curriculum implementation. • Assist with the supervision of participants. • Assist Program Coordinator to create fun, exciting programs for kids of all ages. • Care for all equipment, supplies, records and facilities. • Help in clean the program area when activities are done. • Providing input and support to the Program Coordinator to improve the program • Maintains order in areas used by the After School Program • Other duties may be assigned Position Qualifications: • Passionate about working with youth and in youth development. • A high school diploma is required. • Ability to communicate and build respectful relationships with caregivers. • Demonstrated ability to supervise and motivate youth. • Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly desired. Preferred Skills: • Energetic and creative • Previous experience working with youth. Hours of Work: Monday through Friday from 3:15pm to 5:15pm. (Hours subject to change) How to apply: Interested applicants should send resume, letter of intent as well as 3 professional references to dpittmanywca@cnymail.com . Job Type: Part-time Salary: $15.00 /year Job Location: Syracuse, NY Required education: High school or equivalent Required experience: 2 years working with youth

The Onondaga Earth Corps is currently recruiting for the following positions: OEC Youth Crew OEC Young Adult Crew Assistant Crew Supervisor Green Infrastructure Crew Supervisor Youth Program Coordinator Youth and Young Adult positions are targeted at those ages 15-25. There will be an informational session regarding these opportunities on March 8th at Onondaga Earth Corps - SUNY EOC building, 100 New Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 Applications are available now online at www.onondagaearthcorps.org The deadline for Spring positions is March 31st and the deadline for Summer positions is May 31st.

The Center for Community Alternatives (CCA) is a leader in the field of community-based alternatives to incarceration. Through innovative and pioneering services as well as the research, public advocacy and training of its Justice Strategies division, CCA fosters individual transformation and reduced reliance on incarceration, and advocates for more responsive juvenile and criminal justice policies. All positions require demonstrated cultural competency and a commitment to work on behalf of people involved in the criminal/juvenile justice system. Bilingual: English/Spanish a plus. Youth Services After School Specialist, Youth Services (part time): coordinate and supervise students participating in the After School Program, serving students attending Fowler High School and PSLA. Working collaboratively with the team, connect with and excite youth, research, develop and implement creative and engaging youth enrichment    programming,   facilitate   groups,   maintain   required   documentation.   Qualifications: Demonstrated cultural competency and youth engagement skills with an AA/AS in education or human service preferred. Training Specialist/After School Coordinator, Youth Services (full-time, temporary position): responsible for providing training and skill development services to youth on various topics including alternatives to violence, life skills, family issues, and other pro-social issues. Provide assistance in coordinating Fowler High School After School Alternatives program including recruiting, coordinating, supervising students participating in Violence Prevention, Senior Peer Leaders and other activities. Provide “student success support” for students and ongoing communication with parents. Work with CCA staff to develop training programs and training curricula. Qualifications: Demonstrated cultural competency and youth engagement skills with a BA/BS in human service field, NYS Driver License & car required. NEW! CCA-Syracuse Recovery Community & Outreach Center Announced by Governor and OASAS! Project Director, Recovery Network: responsibilities include policy and program development in conjunction with the Director of Recovery Services, supervision of project staff, oversight of outreach plan to recruit and retain individuals to become members of the Recovery Network, peer leadership training, grant management and  reporting,  and  liaison  with  community  partners.  Qualifications:  Master's  degree  in  public administration, health, social work or criminal justice; CASAC or personal experience with recovery (5 years or more of sustained sobriety) and/or criminal justice issues preferred. Excellent management, supervisory and written/oral communication skills. Recovery Care Manager, Recovery Network: s upport individuals who are in recovery and who may have prior criminal justice experience to participate in the Rochester Recovery Network (RRN). Screen and assess for substance use disorders, make referrals to behavioral health, health and other supportive servicesas needed. Monitor participants=  recovery status, assist with the coordination of affiliation activities, facilitate peer leadership training modules and supervise peers in the delivery of services. Qualifications: QHP: CASAC, LMSW, LCSW, CRC, or AAMFT required.  Personal experience with recovery and/or criminal justice  issues strongly preferred.  Valid NYS drivers license and vehicle required. Outreach Coordinator, Recovery Network: responsible for recruiting and organizing individuals who are in recovery and who have prior criminal justice experience to participate in the Syracuse Recovery Network. Speak publically on behalf of the Network and advocates for the rights of people in recovery. Qualifications: Personal experience with recovery and/or criminal justice issues with demonstrated clean time (3-5 years). Cultural competency and prior community organizing or related experience. Excellent communication skills. Bachelor’s degree preferred but work and life experience may substitute for academic qualification. Reintegration Services Project Director:  responsible for the development  and  coordination of reentry  and employment  services programs serving individuals with current or previous involvement in the criminal justice system and /or unemployed or under employed individuals living in the James Geddes public housing including direct staff supervision, limited direct service delivery, collaborating with contracting partners,developing employer relationships,  program  data  collection  and  reporting,  and  ensuring  contract  deliverables  are  met. Qualifications: Master’s degree in public administration or human service field preferred. Ability to gain clearance to the local correctional facility required. Strong written/oral communication, project and data management and supervisory skills required. Computer literacy required. Valid NYS driver’s license and access to vehicle required. Advocacy Services Project Director, Client Specific Planning: r esponsible for the coordination and provision of client specific planning and sentence mitigation services to achieve the best possible dispositions for clients facing criminal charges, maintaining the integrity of and overseeing development of the program and supervising direct service staff, consultants and interns.  Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree required; J.D. or Master’s degree in human service field preferred, or comparable work experience. Extensive knowledge in criminal sentencing, ability to identify appropriate treatment providers and/or programs in the community and/or the correctional setting. Superior written/oral communication, project management (including project performance reporting) and supervisory skills. Computer literacy required. Valid NYS driver’s license and  access to vehicle required. Ability to gain clearance to correctional facilities. Reentry Clinic Specialist: i n partnership with the Syracuse Housing Authority, the Reentry Clinic is providing legal services through the Juvenile Reentry Assistance Program (JRAP), a multi-state program funded by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. This position is responsible for program outreach to youth and community partners, and coordination of outreach with SHA.  The program is responsible  for assisting clients (youth ages 14 – 24 years old) who have been involved in the juvenile or adult criminal justice system and who currently reside in public housing, or, but for their criminal record,would be living in public housing. Assistance includes reviewing criminal history records, correcting errors on records, applying for sealing of eligible convictions/adjudications, counseling clients on their criminal histories and employment rights, and assisting clients in obtaining Certificates of Rehabilitation. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in human services. Required: interest or experience in criminal justice field; commitment to working with people, particularly youth, of diverse backgrounds; writing and advocacy skills; attention to detail; and computer literacy (word processing, e-mail,internet research, data entry). Please send cover letter indicating position applying for, salary history and resume to:            Center for Community Alternatives   115 E. Jefferson Street Syracuse, NY 13202 fax: (315) 471-4924              email:   jobs@communityalternatives.org                                             CCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Only those selected for interviews will be contacted