Support Specialist - HIRE

Overview

The Support Specialist is responsible for providing program assistance, guidance, crisis support, and administrative support to Youth & Family Services projects. This position will assist weekly with participant engagement, resource navigation, and participant group while using appropriate research methods to conduct duties, as well as, lead group exercises, develop professional rapport with participants, and monitor participant progress throughout the duration of the program. The Support Specialist is responsible for applying an intersectional, anti-racist, and equity lens to our work that lifts up and centers Black, Indigenous, People of Color, non-binary, and trans, and LGBTQ+ communities and youth.

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• This is a contract position with an expected end date of June 30th, 2026

SCHEDULE :

WORK DESIGNATION :

Please note that the work designation may change based on business needs.

PROGRAM SUMMARY :

The HIRE program serves young adults ages 16-24 who are not currently in school and are experiencing barriers to employment. While the program is open to all eligible participants, it places a particular emphasis on outreach to Black youth. HIRE provides education and employment services to help participants explore, choose, and pursue a sustainable career pathway.

Responsibilities

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Qualifications

JOB COMPETENCIES :

PRE-HIRE CONTINGENCIES :

Exclusion and Debarment checks prior to first day and monthly thereafter

YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement.

Pay Range

USD $22.00 - USD $23.63 / Hr.