Youth Employment Initiative (YEI) Project Coordinator

Job Description Specification

Job Summary: The Youth Employment Initiative Project Coordinator oversees the daily operations of the Youth Employment Initiative (YEI) in Los Angeles County. The initiative specifically targets justice-involved youth with disabilities, aiming to provide employment pathways and support successful reintegration into the community. The role involves managing a dedicated team, coordinating closely with key partners including the Department of Rehabilitation, local workforce development boards, the Probation Department, and the County Office of Education, and ensuring data-driven decisions for optimal outcomes.

Benefits of Working at Amity:

Amity Foundation is committed to supporting the well-being and professional growth of our employees.

Eligible employees may enjoy:

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Company-issued laptop computer

• Company-issued cell phone

• Paid holidays and paid time off

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals overcoming barriers to employment

• Potential opportunity for one remote workday per week based on program needs, performance, and supervisor approval

Essential Duties:

• Supervise program staff, including Career Coaches, Employment Specialists, Workforce Development Navigators, and Job Developers. Substitute and perform duties of other staff when necessary.

• Ensure compliance with county, state, and federal regulations (including DOL, OMB, Probation, and Department of Rehabilitation requirements) as specified in contracts and agreements.

• Regularly coordinate with the Department of Rehabilitation, local workforce development boards, the Probation Department, and the County Office of Education to ensure cohesive program implementation.

• Monitor project expenditures to ensure adherence to budget guidelines.

• Regularly communicate program status, potential risks, and accomplishments with senior leadership.

• Develop and maintain MOUs with partner organizations, clearly outlining roles, responsibilities, and procedures.

• Collect, analyze, and utilize program data to monitor performance, measure outcomes, identify trends, and implement continuous program improvements.

• Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development to staff to promote accountability, high performance, and quality service delivery.

• Implement quality control procedures ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with best practices in youth employment services.

• Address and resolve programmatic and personnel concerns effectively.

• Monitor and support employment service activities, including intake, assessment, training, job search assistance, and workshops.

• Facilitate and participate in staff meetings to promote communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation and submission of all required programmatic, fiscal, and contractual reports.

• Ensure compliance with Amity policies and procedures, federal, state, local regulations, and contractual obligations.

• Oversee daily management, ensuring services are inclusive and responsive to the needs of justice-involved youth with disabilities.

• Conduct regular visits and work a few days per month at Secure Youth Treatment Facilities (SYTF), specifically Barry Nidorf Juvenile Hall (Sylmar), Campus Kilpatrick (Malibu), and Dorothy Kirby Center (Commerce), to gain a comprehensive understanding of youth needs and coordinate closely with Workforce Development Navigators and case managers stationed at these sites.

• Attend Amity community-building activities and relevant stakeholder meetings, training, and events.

• Monitor program performance to ensure achievement of grant goals, deliverables, performance metrics, and contractual requirements.

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with funding agencies, community partners, educational institutions, and employers to strengthen program outcomes.

• Additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, youth development, workforce development, rehabilitation counseling, or related fields, and two years of experience working directly with justice-involved youth with disabilities; OR

• High school diploma or equivalent AND four years of supervisory experience in youth employment, probation services, disability services, or related fields.

Certifications or Licenses:

Required:

• Obtain First Aid and CPR certification within six weeks of hire.

• Pass a physical examination and tuberculosis test conducted by a health professional.

• Valid California driver's license and eligibility for Amity vehicle insurance.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with OMB regulations and compliance, especially 2 CFR 200 guidelines.

Skills/Abilities:

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to handle confidential information sensitively.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic case management and reporting systems.

• Empathy and effectiveness in relating to diverse groups of justice-involved youth, particularly those with disabilities.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Skilled in mentorship, patience, active listening, and enthusiasm for youth empowerment.

• Ability to analyze program data and make informed decisions to enhance outcomes.

• Adaptability to shifting priorities and dynamic program requirements.

• Strong leadership, supervisory, and team development skills

• As a condition of employment with Amity, a job offer will not be binding upon Amity until and unless Amity and the LA County Probation Department obtain satisfactory results from its investigation into your background

ADA Information:

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Extended periods of sitting or standing.

• Frequent typing and sitting for extended periods.

• Occasional reaching, walking, climbing, pulling, pushing, grasping, stretching, and stooping.

• Regular communication verbally and in written form.

• Adequate vision to complete daily tasks.

• Appropriate professional attire required.

Mental Demands:

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

• Capacity to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Professional demeanor under stress or dealing with challenging situations.

Work Conditions:

• Primarily indoor office settings, with regular visits to secure youth treatment facilities.

• Moderate noise level, with temperature variations.

Travel:

• Required regularly within Los Angeles County, including SYTF locations.

Note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. It is neither possible nor desirable to commit every detail of each job to a written description. This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification, and addition as deemed necessary by the company. Job descriptions alone cannot be used as an argument to refuse work assignments. Faculty are required to comply with supervisory instructions and to perform other job duties, responsibilities, and assignments as required by company officials. This job description does not constitute an employment contract between the company and any employee. The job responsibilities of this position may include cross-training in other functions to ensure the satisfactory operation of the organization.