Careers with STL Youth Jobs
If you are a youth, ages 15-24, looking for a summer job, apply at stlyouthjobs.org/apply
About:
STL Youth Jobs is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to bridge the divide between our region’s youth and the growing skills gap in our workforce. STL Youth Jobs was created in 2013 as a mechanism to change the landscape of employment opportunities for youth living in underserved areas so they are connected to opportunities through which they can gain experience and develop skills required to meet employment demands. From exploration to acceleration, STL Youth Jobs aims to be responsive to a variety of ages and skill levels by meeting youth where they are within their career journey.
The following positions are available with STL Youth Jobs:
2 Practicum Opportunities (for MSW graduate and BSW undergraduate students)
Two positions are available (foundation and concentration level). Roles and responsibilities are designed around a student’s areas of interest and the organization’s need. Hours are flexible and can be adjusted to fit the needs of the students. For the time being, all staff members and practicum students are working remotely with the possibility of occasionally working in-person. Opportunities for periodic external virtual meetings with contractors, employers, donors, events, and strategic partners will arise.
2. Micro Practicum Position: MSW or BSW Foundation Level (Program)
This practicum position is available beginning in the spring semester (January) for MSW or BSW students interested in working in direct practice with youth, community development and resourcing, program development, and more. Student’s duties can range from, but are not limited to:
Case Management/ Follow Up
- Employment: assistance with resume building, interviewing skills, job searching, etc.
- Education: assisting youth with getting to the next step on their educational journey
- Facilitating group job training sessions with youth
- Follow-up with clients to gather post-program data
- Follow-up with clients to ensure the application is complete
- Follow-up with clients regarding questions that may arise
- Matching youth with appropriate employers
- Social media outreach with alumni
Program Development
- Working with the STL Youth Jobs Director of Partnerships & Impact to make evidenced-based improvements to the existing program model
- Researching best practices of other youth programs and identifying ways to weave them into the current model
- Create a packet of resources for the youth (job readiness tips, job search techniques, employment centers, etc.)
- Opportunities to attend meetings with the leadership team to gain insights into the program
- Assist partnering agencies as needed
Youth Recruitment
- Connecting with various youth-serving organizations to inform the community about program updates, applications, etc.
Project of Interest
- Use practicum experience as an opportunity to learn. Identify and carry out a project close to your heart that will benefit the STL Youth Jobs team.
Other duties as assigned
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