Youth Advocate, 67th Precinct NSC

About Kings Against Violence Initiative (KAVI)

KAVI is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) youth-serving organization with a mission to prevent and eliminate interpersonal violence from the lives of young people through advocacy peer leadership community mobilization and social justice.

KAVI promotes community wellness and healing by operating high-impact youth violence prevention and intervention programs in Central Brooklyn. Our programs take place in hospital-based school and community settings. We are a fast-paced growing nonprofit organization seeking team members who are passionate about equity creative in their approach and committed to building safer healthier communities.

Job Description:

The Youth Advocate will serve as a key staff member supporting young people in East Flatbush Erasmus and Remsen Village. Working within the framework of KAVIs Neighborhood Safety Council (NSC) the Youth Advocate will provide direct support to youth in employment education and entrepreneurial activities. This role will strengthen youth engagement across NSC projects expand access to resources and empower young people to achieve personal and professional goals while building resilience and leadership.

Comment: The Youth Advocate will serve as a key staff member supporting young people in East Flatbush Erasmus and Remsen Village. Working within the framework of KAVIs 67th Precinct Neighborhood Safety Council (NSC) the Youth Advocate will provide direct support to youth in employment education and entrepreneurial activities. This role will not only strengthen youth engagement across NSC projects and expand access to resources but also empower young people to achieve personal and professional goals thereby building resilience and leadership. As a Youth Advocate you will have the opportunity to grow and develop in your career while making a meaningful impact in our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one advocacy mentorship and case management to young people ages 1624.
• Support youth in developing individualized action plans for school re-engagement job readiness and entrepreneurial exploration.
• Expand and maintain KAVIs Community Resource Guide; train youth and NSC members on navigating available services.
• Connect youth to opportunities such as hiring halls job fairs internships apprenticeships scholarships and entrepreneurship workshops.
• Facilitate/co-facilitate youth-centered workshops on topics such as career readiness financial literacy leadership and conflict resolution.
• Collaborate with Peer Navigators Outreach Workers and community partners to strengthen wraparound services for young people.
• Maintain accurate records of youth participation and progress; contribute to data collection and reporting for NSC projects.
• Engage in NSC meetings subcommittees resource fairs and community events (including healing circles and beautification projects).
• Build trusting trauma-informed relationships with youth and families to strengthen long-term outcomes.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Associates or Bachelors degree in social work youth development education or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• At least 2 years of experience working directly with youth preferably in community-based or school-based settings.
• Strong understanding of challenges facing youth impacted by violence trauma or systemic inequities.
• Knowledge of employment education and entrepreneurship resources in NYC.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders including schools CBOs businesses and law enforcement.
• Strong organizational and data management skills.
• Commitment to equity inclusion and trauma-informed practices.

Work Schedule/Location

Hours:20 hrs per week (primarily weekday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays)

Location:: 1213 Rogers Avenue Brooklyn New York

How to Apply: Please send your resume to emailprotected and include NSC Youth Advocate in the subject line..

KAVI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race color religion national origin pregnancy gender identity sexual orientation marital/civil union status ancestry place of birth age citizenship status veteran status political affiliation genetic information or disability as defined and required by state and federal laws. KAVI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.