Roads to Success
Mission
Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people to take control of their future.
Vision We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success.
Program Design Roads to Success (RTS) facilitates a variety of youth programs including after‑school, summer camps, retreats, conferences and summer employment opportunities reaching thousands of young people throughout NYC each year. RTS emphasizes the youth development practice of the Circle of Courage in all our programs; creating an environment of Belonging, where young people can build their Independence, find and develop their Mastery skill, and practice Generosity in their communities. At the core of our programs are staff training strategies that enable our young professionals to develop extraordinarily meaningful relationships with the young people in their care who we call Our Future Leaders because that is what they all are.
Primary Function The Job Developer’s goal in this role is to build community relations and internship opportunities, by successfully matching the areas of interest expressed by the participants served. The candidate will also be responsible for connecting internal opportunities and events with community partners. Candidates must have a strong understanding of the local labor market trends and issues, understand basic business practices and carry out assignments and projects without detailed instruction.
Organizational Role Supervisor: Program Manager
Supervises: N/A
Hours: Full‑time Monday‑Friday
Compensation: $50k‑$55k based on experience
Essential Functions
Establish and maintain strong partnerships with local businesses and organizations to create internship opportunities
Meet regularly with various hiring managers/CBO liaisons to promote community engagement
Stay engaged with internship sites, to ensure successful completion of the program cycle
Develop internships in a diverse range of employment fields to match students’ interests, skills, maturity levels and experience
Collaborate across all team efforts to ensure youth placements, including YEPS processing
Ensure that all pre‑assessment documents are collected and processed
Lead orientation sessions for new and repeating worksites
Support with hosting job fairs across all contracts
Conduct community outreach to assure awareness of internship needs
Follow up on participants’ progress/success
Maintain computerized and hard copy audit documents
Prepare statistical program reports to show trends to support growth opportunities
Maintain a professional working environment
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred
Minimum of 3 years of experience in benefits administration, social services, or a related field
Deep understanding of public benefit programs
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in data management and reporting systems
Experience in crisis intervention and support
Working Conditions
Work takes place in one or more school buildings, which may require climbing stairs
Typical job hours are 9 am‑5 pm, Monday‑Friday, and events will take place during occasional nights and weekends
Travel via public transportation or car may be required throughout NYC
Competencies
Implements consistent methods in child and youth development that extend to comprehensive family support, ensuring a systematic approach is maintained throughout the program
Comprehensive management which includes assessing needs, planning services, monitoring progress, and evaluating outcomes to ensure effective support for families
Create and nurture a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment that prioritizes the safety and emotional well‑being of all participants
Efficiently manage operational systems
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, ensuring that the program remains connected and relevant
Adapt to changing environments and needs, fostering innovation and engagement through change leadership
Represent the program, its participants, staff, and families at various levels, advocating for their needs and the program’s success
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel welcome and valued. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success in serving youth.
Disclaimer This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and its essential functions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to the staff member. The specific duties and responsibilities of the position may change from time to time, as determined by the needs of the organization. The staff member must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
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Vision We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success.
Program Design Roads to Success (RTS) facilitates a variety of youth programs including after‑school, summer camps, retreats, conferences and summer employment opportunities reaching thousands of young people throughout NYC each year. RTS emphasizes the youth development practice of the Circle of Courage in all our programs; creating an environment of Belonging, where young people can build their Independence, find and develop their Mastery skill, and practice Generosity in their communities. At the core of our programs are staff training strategies that enable our young professionals to develop extraordinarily meaningful relationships with the young people in their care who we call Our Future Leaders because that is what they all are.
Primary Function The Job Developer’s goal in this role is to build community relations and internship opportunities, by successfully matching the areas of interest expressed by the participants served. The candidate will also be responsible for connecting internal opportunities and events with community partners. Candidates must have a strong understanding of the local labor market trends and issues, understand basic business practices and carry out assignments and projects without detailed instruction.
Organizational Role Supervisor: Program Manager
Supervises: N/A
Hours: Full‑time Monday‑Friday
Compensation: $50k‑$55k based on experience
Essential Functions
Establish and maintain strong partnerships with local businesses and organizations to create internship opportunities
Meet regularly with various hiring managers/CBO liaisons to promote community engagement
Stay engaged with internship sites, to ensure successful completion of the program cycle
Develop internships in a diverse range of employment fields to match students’ interests, skills, maturity levels and experience
Collaborate across all team efforts to ensure youth placements, including YEPS processing
Ensure that all pre‑assessment documents are collected and processed
Lead orientation sessions for new and repeating worksites
Support with hosting job fairs across all contracts
Conduct community outreach to assure awareness of internship needs
Follow up on participants’ progress/success
Maintain computerized and hard copy audit documents
Prepare statistical program reports to show trends to support growth opportunities
Maintain a professional working environment
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred
Minimum of 3 years of experience in benefits administration, social services, or a related field
Deep understanding of public benefit programs
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in data management and reporting systems
Experience in crisis intervention and support
Working Conditions
Work takes place in one or more school buildings, which may require climbing stairs
Typical job hours are 9 am‑5 pm, Monday‑Friday, and events will take place during occasional nights and weekends
Travel via public transportation or car may be required throughout NYC
Competencies
Implements consistent methods in child and youth development that extend to comprehensive family support, ensuring a systematic approach is maintained throughout the program
Comprehensive management which includes assessing needs, planning services, monitoring progress, and evaluating outcomes to ensure effective support for families
Create and nurture a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment that prioritizes the safety and emotional well‑being of all participants
Efficiently manage operational systems
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, ensuring that the program remains connected and relevant
Adapt to changing environments and needs, fostering innovation and engagement through change leadership
Represent the program, its participants, staff, and families at various levels, advocating for their needs and the program’s success
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel welcome and valued. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success in serving youth.
Disclaimer This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and its essential functions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to the staff member. The specific duties and responsibilities of the position may change from time to time, as determined by the needs of the organization. The staff member must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
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