Youth Program Assistant

IRC

New York, NY, United States
Base: $22.50 - $23.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Fully remote
Homework assistance and small group instruction
Program intake and service planning
Data entry and clerical administrative tasks
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to restoring safety, dignity, and hope to millions affected by conflict and disaster

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to restoring safety, dignity, and hope to millions affected by conflict and disaster.
  • The Youth Program Assistant plays a key role in supporting refugee youth’s academic and social-emotional progress through direct assistance, outreach, and communication within after-school programs.
  • IRC offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans with matching, and employee assistance programs.

Matching Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to restoring safety, dignity, and hope to millions affected by conflict and disaster.

Salary

Base: $22.50 - $23.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance; paid time off; retirement plan with matching; employee assistance program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Homework assistance and small group instruction
  • Program intake and service planning
  • Data entry and clerical administrative tasks
  • Communication and interpretation services
  • Outreach to eligible communities
  • Collaboration with program staff

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-cultural communication skills
  • Experience with refugee and immigrant populations
  • Fluency in multiple languages
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environments
  • Strong relationship building and networking skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma required
  • Minimum one year youth experience
  • Experience with English language learners preferred
  • Experience with refugee or immigrant populations preferred
  • Fluency in English and one additional language required
  • Background checks and physical form submission required

Work Rights

Must pass background checks; additional fingerprinting may be required for NYC public school sites

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