YES IS HIRING!
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Youth Employment Service (YES) is a program of the Ithaca Youth Bureau. We envision a world where all teens grow into flourishing adults, and our mission is to level, clear, and widen that path.
The YES Team is a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative bunch. We're passionate about making a life-changing impact on the teens we serve, striving to be the best possible youth employment provider on Planet Earth, and having a lot of fun in the process. We operate from a strength-based model of youth development, which means we meet teens where they are and focus on what they are doing right. |
Since we help teens learn more about the world of work, we feel it's important to be a model for them of what work can be. We believe we can (and should) always be improving, and that doing our best is much more fun than muddling through. We work collaboratively and value trust, transparency, candor, and kindness.
We work with all youth and prioritize access to our services for those who need it most, including youth facing multiple barriers to engagement and youth who are members of historically marginalized groups. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of our equity-first program model are strongly encouraged to apply.
We work with all youth and prioritize access to our services for those who need it most, including youth facing multiple barriers to engagement and youth who are members of historically marginalized groups. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of our equity-first program model are strongly encouraged to apply.
Open POsitions
Position: Youth Program Leader
Bargaining Unit: CSEA Administrative
Beginning Salary: $54,530/year
Application Deadline: July 8th
This Youth Program Leader position is assigned to the Youth Bureau’s YES (Youth Employment Service) Program and also provides support to the Youth Council Ambassadors (YCA) civic engagement and leadership development initiative. YES is a year-round workforce development program that helps young people develop the skills, experiences, and confidence needed for success in the workplace and beyond. Through job readiness training, paid work experiences, career exploration, individualized support, and connections to local employers, the program prepares youth to enter the workforce, pursue post-secondary education, and achieve their personal and professional goals.
In addition to employment-focused programming, this position supports the Youth Council Ambassadors, a youth leadership and civic engagement program that empowers young people to develop leadership skills, advocate for issues affecting their peers, and engage directly with community leaders and decision-makers. Through leadership development activities, service projects, and opportunities to elevate youth voice, participants gain the knowledge and confidence to become active contributors to their schools and communities. Together, these programs serve youth from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating equitable opportunities that promote workforce readiness, leadership development, civic engagement, and long-term success. Through meaningful employment experiences, supportive mentorship, and opportunities for youth leadership, the program empowers young people to build a strong foundation for their future.
For a more detailed description of this jobs focus areas, see below. To view the Civil Service job description and application instructions, visit https://ithaca-portal.mycivilservice.com
Bargaining Unit: CSEA Administrative
Beginning Salary: $54,530/year
Application Deadline: July 8th
This Youth Program Leader position is assigned to the Youth Bureau’s YES (Youth Employment Service) Program and also provides support to the Youth Council Ambassadors (YCA) civic engagement and leadership development initiative. YES is a year-round workforce development program that helps young people develop the skills, experiences, and confidence needed for success in the workplace and beyond. Through job readiness training, paid work experiences, career exploration, individualized support, and connections to local employers, the program prepares youth to enter the workforce, pursue post-secondary education, and achieve their personal and professional goals.
In addition to employment-focused programming, this position supports the Youth Council Ambassadors, a youth leadership and civic engagement program that empowers young people to develop leadership skills, advocate for issues affecting their peers, and engage directly with community leaders and decision-makers. Through leadership development activities, service projects, and opportunities to elevate youth voice, participants gain the knowledge and confidence to become active contributors to their schools and communities. Together, these programs serve youth from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating equitable opportunities that promote workforce readiness, leadership development, civic engagement, and long-term success. Through meaningful employment experiences, supportive mentorship, and opportunities for youth leadership, the program empowers young people to build a strong foundation for their future.
For a more detailed description of this jobs focus areas, see below. To view the Civil Service job description and application instructions, visit https://ithaca-portal.mycivilservice.com
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Questions about the position can be directed to Ever Stokes at [email protected].
Questions about the application process should be directed to [email protected]
Questions about the application process should be directed to [email protected]