Best Practices, Cantonese Chinese Language, Career Counseling, Communication Skills, Data Collection, Diversity, Documentation, Genetics, Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Mandarin Chinese Language, Mentoring, Needs Assessment, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Program Evaluation, Project/Program Coordination, Secondary School, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Volunteer Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Boston, Massachusetts
POSTED
13 days ago
Why Join Us
At BCNC, we are passionate about making a meaningful difference in our community. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to social impact and is both supportive and resourceful. We believe in fostering an empowering and inclusive work environment where every individual can contribute, grow, and thrive. If you are looking for a rewarding career that allows you to align your passion with making meaningful change, explore our open positions and join us in our mission to pave the way for a better tomorrow.
What You Will Do
The Youth Education Program Associate is a member of the BCNC Youth Program. At the Youth Program, you will provide opportunities for youth to build connections, explore, and understand community needs. You will work to strengthen high school youth through education, job training, and guidance so they can pursue higher education, secure a stable career, and become future leaders. You will report directly to the Director of Youth Program.
In this role, you will:
Implement youth programming with a focus on post-secondary access and workforce readiness
Provide advice to youth on the post-secondary exploration process, particularly around personal narrative creation
Create a safe and inclusive space for Asian American and immigrant youth to explore their needs, identities, and interests
Maintain communication with external partners such as high schools and postsecondary institutions to enhance referral processes
Coordinate mentorship program, including mentor-mentee matching and follow-up check-ins with mentors and mentees
Conduct outreach activities to enhance recruitment, such as attending school and community events
Establish and maintain supportive relationships with youth and assist in connecting them to community resources as needed
Remain up to date on trauma-informed youth work and best practices in youth education for students of color
Provide support to the program evaluation efforts in documentation and data collection
Supervise and coordinate program volunteers as needed
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
What We Look For
A bachelor’s degree is required
At least 1-2 years of related experience preferred
Experience working with Asian American and immigrant youth populations
Experience with the college and postsecondary application processes
Understand the postsecondary education landscape in the Northeastern United States
Experience with group facilitation or 1:1 advising
Strong commitment to youth-centered work under antiracist and anti-oppressive educational frameworks
Demonstrate patience, a strong sense of humor, and an enthusiasm for working with young people
Proven track record of establishing relationships with youth
Ability to work collaboratively and independently
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Professional working proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese or both dialects is preferred
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive health, life, and disability coverage
Retirement plan with employer matching
Supportive time-off policy
Professional development
Working Conditions
Must be available to work a flexible schedule and may require local travel during the workday
This position involves performing essential job functions in typical work environments, including. but not limited to offices, classrooms, or community settings. Duties may require routine movement such as walking, standing, and bending. Depending on the role, responsibilities may also include the ability to move items weighing up to 25–50 pounds, and the use of computer equipment and effective communication. All essential functions can be performed with or without reasonable accommodations
Please Note
You must be authorized to work in the United States. BCNC does not provide sponsorship for an employment work visa.
BCNC is an equal opportunity non-profit organization that supports diversity and encourages all employees and applicants to apply. The language proficiency requirement is based solely on the needs of the position and is essential for fulfilling the role’s responsibilities. BCNC is committed to non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or Local laws.