Current Job Openings
+ Communications Manager (Part Time 21 hrs/week) - Hybrid or On site
JOB LISTING: Communications Manager
DEPARTMENT: Development
SUPERVISOR: Development Director
About Fresh Youth Initiatives (FYI): FYI is a dynamic community-based organization that offers immigrant and first-generation youth the tools, supports, and caring relationships that enable them to navigate transitions, connect to their community, flourish in school, and prepare for college and career. Founded in 1993, FYI operates programs across five sites in Washington Heights/Inwood where 1,300 children participate in after school programs, summer camps, service learning, advisory, and mental health services. As a result of community needs that arose during the pandemic, FYI transformed itself from a single service youth organization to a multi-service organization that bolsters fragile families through food relief, social services and mental health counseling. FYI recently applied to the Department of Mental Health to operate a licensed behavioral mental health clinic slated to open within the next 12 months.
Job Description: FYI is seeking a part-time Communications Manager to create and publish content for the website, social media accounts, email newsletters, and other communication platforms. A successful candidate is a natural storyteller with a passion for youth and community work who is comfortable and effective working in a fast-paced environment with a diverse and talented team, and comfortable with local travel to FYI’s program sites to capture content.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the development and execution of FYI's communications plan to keep our stakeholders engaged and informedand to cultivate our donor base.
- Take the lead on producing regular communications to stakeholders (e.g. newsletter, updates, email
- lists, etc.) in collaboration with the Development Director and Executive Director.
- Support internal communications to support staff cohesion, engagement, and buy-in.
Social Media and Website:
- Manage FYI's social media presence by engaging with program staff and participants to create content that showcases FYI’s work, build our following, and boost community engagement.
- Analyze and report on FYI's social media activity to inform and improve communications.
- Maintain the website, updating content as needed to ensure currencu and relevance and promoting community engagement (e.g., event pop-ups; new programming; job listings).
Fundraising support:
- Support the Development department by producing text and graphics for internal and external communications assets (e.g., the annual report; marketing materials; fundraising appeals, etc.)
Qualifications: The ideal candidate is a nimble writer, able to tailor messaging to FYI’s various stakeholders (e.g., individual donors, board members, institutional funders) with strong graphic design skills; has a keen understanding of digital strategy, results, and analytics. Roots in and ties to FYI’s service community and focus on positive youth development are a plus.
- 2-3 years in a nonprofit development/communications office
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and G-Suite
- Proficiency in Squarespace or comparable platform; basic HTML; and experience in maintaining and building websites
- Proficiency in Canva Pro, Mail Chimp, and Adobe InDesign, or a similar program preferred
- Photographic skills a plus
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with exceptional attention to detail
- Highly energetic, proactive, and resourceful; comfortable in a fast paced environment; able to work in a team and build relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Bilingual Spanish a plus
Compensation: Starting salary range $25-$28 per hour, commensurate with skills and experience
Posted Date: April 10th, 2024
Start Date: June 3rd, 2024
Contact: Please send your resume and cover letter to Betsy Elias, FYI Coordinator, at talent@freshyouth.org
+ Development Manager
JOB LISTING: Development Manager
DEPARTMENT: Development
SUPERVISOR: Development Director
About Fresh Youth Initiatives (FYI): FYI is a dynamic community-based organization that offers immigrant and first-generation youth the tools, supports, and caring relationships that enable them to navigate transitions, connect to their community, flourish in school, and prepare for college and career. Founded in 1993, FYI operates programs across five sites in Washington Heights/Inwood where 1,300 children participate in after school programs, summer camps, service learning, advisory, and mental health services. As a result of community needs that arose during the pandemic, FYI transformed itself from a single service youth organization to a multi-service organization that bolsters fragile families through food relief, social services and mental health counseling. FYI recently applied to the Department of Mental Health to operate a licensed behavioral mental health clinic slated to open within the next 12 months.
Job Description: FYI is seeking a self-directed, detail-oriented professional to support the organization’s long-term sustainability. This full-time, in-person position reports to the Development Director and plays a key role in managing FYI’s portfolio of $2M in foundation, corporate, and individual revenue. A successful candidate will be a strong project manager, an effective fundraiser, and an adept communicator with diverse stakeholders. A commitment to FYI’s vision for and work with youth and families in a low-income, immigrant community is essential.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work with the Development Director to plan and execute the development plan which inclides donor engagement strategies, grants, and events.
- Prep staff for donor meetings and events, including coordinating scheduling, prospect research, and agenda setting.
- Development and implement a small donor community-based giving program and increase our monthly donor sustainable giving campaign.
- Write and edit high-quality proposals, letters of inquiry, and other written materials for submission to private and government funders.
- Conduct prospect research; prepare materials for internal grant-preparation meetings.
- Prepare donor reports to help inform FYI's development strategies and activities.
Grant administration:
- Accurately maintain the grant calendar and donor database.
- Maintain well-organized records of all funding proposals, reports, and contracts.
- Ensure that standard grant attachments are up to date.
- Liaise with program staff throughout the funding cycle to ensure that all proposal and reporting deadlines are met.
- Coordinate funder site visits.
- Write donor acknowledgment letters and other funder correspondence.
Other fundraising duties:
- Write and edit individual donor appeals, corporate sponsorship decks, and event invitations
- Manage FYI's corporate and individual donor engagement activities - approximately 12 per year - including internal coordination with program staff.
- Support planning and coordination of annual fundraising campaigns and events.
Other Job Duties:
- Support the Development Director and Executive Director in engaging the Board, with a special focus on the Development Committee.
- Support the Executive Director administratively on specific tasks and projects.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Two to three years in a nonprofit development role.
- Clear, concise writing skills; ability to tailor language for various audiences across multiple communications channels.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, G-Suite, and familiarity navigating various platforms and funding portals.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Proactive and resourceful; calm under pressure, confident in seeking support when needed; effective team member.
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Compensation: Salary range $50,000 - $55,000 commensurate with skills and experience; excellent benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance; opportunity to opt into 401K; 21 vacation days per year with increase to 24 days after three years; ongoing professional development.
Posted Date: April 10th, 2024
Start Date: June 3rd, 2024
Contact: Please send your resume and cover letter to Betsy Elias, FYI Coordinator, at talent@freshyouth.org
+ Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor (Two Openings)
JOB LISTING: Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor
DEPARTMENT: Program
SUPERVISOR: Program Director
About Fresh Youth Initiatives (FYI): FYI is a dynamic community-based organization that offers immigrant and first-generation youth the tools, supports, and caring relationships that enable them to navigate transitions, connect to their community, flourish in school, and prepare for college and career. Founded in 1993, FYI operates programs across five sites in Washington Heights/Inwood where 1,300 children participate in after school programs, summer camps, service learning, advisory, and mental health services. As a result of community needs that arose during the pandemic, FYI transformed itself from a single service youth organization to a multi-service organization that bolsters fragile families through food relief, social services and mental health counseling. FYI recently applied to the Department of Mental Health to operate a licensed behavioral mental health clinic slated to open within the next 12 months.
About the Position: As a mental health practitioner in FYI’s Clinical Department, you will be a valued member of an interdisciplinary team of professionals who work across FYI sites, providing biopsychosocial intakes, group and individual counseling, case management, and crisis intervention. Based on your experience, skill sets, and preferences you may work with children anywhere from Pre-K through the 12th grade. FYI shares strong relationships with partner schools, working closely to serve students and families, many of whom have emigrated to the U.S. within the past several years. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your ideas, energy, and professional skills to build and sustain community mental health supports, including in the planned behavioral mental health clinic, that meet the needs of immigrant children, teens, and their families.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or related profession
- Three years of experience working with youth, including counseling or advisory
- Understanding of youth development, clinical and group work practice
- Experience working with teachers and parents
- Commitment to culturally relevant and respectful services
- Spanish/English fluency
Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000 per annum, commensurate with experience. Benefits include 21 vacation days, 11 paid holidays, health plan, 403(b), and professional development.
Contact: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Betsy Elias at Talent@freshyouth.org.
Posted Date: April 10th, 2024
Start Date: June 3rd, 2024
+ Literacy Interventionist (Part-Time)- Multiple Positions
JOB LISTING: Literacy Interventionist(Part-Time)
DEPARTMENT: Program
SUPERVISOR: Program Director
About Fresh Youth Initiatives (FYI): FYI is a dynamic community-based organization that offers immigrant and first-generation youth the tools, supports, and caring relationships enabling them to navigate transitions, connect to their community, flourish in school, and prepare for college and career.
Founded in 1993, FYI operates programs across five sites in Washington Heights/Inwood where 1,200 children participate in after school programs, summer camps, service learning, advisory, and mental health services. As a result of community needs that arose during the pandemic, FYI transformed itself from a single service youth organization to a multi-service organization that bolsters fragile families through food relief, social services and mental health counseling. FYI recently submitted an application to the Department of Mental Health towards starting a licensed behavioral mental health clinic – slated to open within the next 12 months.
About FYI's Education Program:
FYI is committed to assisting the whole child to flourish in school and beyond. Many of our program participants read below grade level and are struggling in school to catch up and keep up. FYI provides the customized support each child needs to acquire fundamental reading skills and mastery. FYI staff employ evidence-based practices in a joyful, fun learning environment that instills a life-long love of reading.
Seeking undergraduate and graduate students in education who can:
- provide individual and small group instruction to elementary-aged children
- provide explicit literacy instruction
- engage and excite children to become avid readers
- understand children’s developmental stages and related tasks
- speak fluent Spanish/English (preferred)
Compensation and Job Openings: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour, based on experience and education; paid weekly time for supervision, professional development and planning. Acquire excellent field experience, and build your resume, while enjoying highly satisfying work that supports children’s healthy development and learning. Flexible schedule (choose hours based on following)
- School Year -- 3 - 12 hours/week Monday - Friday from 3pm - 5:30pm and/or
- Summer work for seven weeks, Monday – Thursday, 3 – 20 hours weekly
Contact: Please send your resume and cover letter to Betsy Elias, FYI Coordinator, at talent@freshyouth.org
Posted Date: April 10th, 2024
Start Date: June 3rd, 2024
+ Group Leader for Elementary-School Age Children (Part-Time)- Multiple Positions
JOB LISTING: Group Leaders (Part-Time) for Elementary-Aged Children
DEPARTMENT: Afterschool Program
SUPERVISOR: Site Director
About Fresh Youth Initiatives (FYI): FYI is a dynamic community-based organization that offers immigrant and first generation youth the tools, supports, and caring relationships that enable them to navigate transitions, connect to their community, flourish in school, and get on track to college and career. Founded in 1993, FYI operates programs across five sites in Washington Heights/Inwood where 1,200 children participate in after school programs, summer camps, service learning, advisory, and mental health services. As a result of community needs that arose during the pandemic, FYI transformed itself from a single service youth organization to a multi-service organization that bolsters fragile families through food relief, social services and mental health counseling.
About the Position: This is a part-time position between 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. and from Septermber through June. Group leaders will work with elementary-aged children in our after-school elementary program. We are seeking candidates who are interested in careers in education, social work or related careers, who are enthusiastic and caring, and who will appreciate extensive staff training and support.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field or college students in relevant fields of study
- At least 18 years of age
- Spanish/English bilingual is a plus
- Some experience working with elementary-aged children
Position Purpose Group Leaders are the heart and soul of the organization. They are responsible for forging strong positive relationships with young people, and for planning and leading group programs and activities that foster children’s healthy development. Group leaders help to sustain a positive, caring organizational culture.
Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour, based on education and experience; paid sick days. Positive work environment with caring, colleagues committed to positive youth development; creativity encouraged. Compensation offered for planning and meeting times. This is a wonderful work environment with a strong emphasis on professional learning. Opportunities for growth.
Contact: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Betsy Elias at Talent@freshyouth.org.
Posted Date: April 10th, 2024
Start Date: June 3rd, 2024
+ Group Leader for Middle-School Age Children (Part-Time)- Multiple Positions
JOB LISTING: Group Leaders (Part-Time) for Middle School-Aged Children
DEPARTMENT: Afterschool Program
SUPERVISOR: Site Director
About Fresh Youth Initiatives (FYI): FYI is a dynamic community-based organization that offers immigrant and first generation youth the tools, supports, and caring relationships that enable them to navigate transitions, connect to their community, flourish in school, and get on track to college and career. Founded in 1993, FYI operates programs across five sites in Washington Heights/Inwood where 1,200 children participate in after school programs, summer camps, service learning, advisory, and mental health services. As a result of community needs that arose during the pandemic, FYI transformed itself from a single service youth organization to a multi-service organization that bolsters fragile families through food relief, social services and mental health counseling.
About the Position: This is a part-time position between 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. and from Septermber through June. Group leaders will work with middle school aged children in our after-school middle school program. We are seeking candidates who are interested in careers in education, social work or related careers, who are enthusiastic and caring, and who will appreciate extensive staff training and support.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field or college students in relevant fields of study
- At least 18 years of age
- Spanish/English bilingual is a plus
- Experience working with children and or teensworking with elementary-aged children
- Strong judgment, clear boundaries, and positive relationship-building skills
Position Purpose Group Leaders are the heart and soul of the organization. They are responsible for forging strong positive relationships with young people, and for planning and leading group programs and activities that foster children’s healthy development. Group leaders help to sustain a positive, caring organizational culture.
Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour, based on education and experience; paid sick days. Positive work environment with caring, colleagues committed to positive youth development; creativity encouraged. Compensation offered for planning and meeting times. This is a wonderful work environment with a strong emphasis on professional learning. Opportunities for growth.
Contact: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Betsy Elias at Talent@freshyouth.org.
Posted Date: April 10th, 2024
Start Date: June 3rd, 2024
Fresh Youth Initiatives, Inc. (F.Y.I.) does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, consultants, and vendors.
Fresh Youth Initiatives, Inc. (F.Y.I.) is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.