Part-Time School-Based SYEP/WLG Coordinator

Position Announcement

Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation (CHLDC) is a not-for-profit community development organization and settlement house serving 11,000 residents a year through a comprehensive array of housing preservation, economic development, community organizing and youth and family support services programs and projects. With community residents leading the way, the mission of Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation is to build a strong, sustainable Cypress Hills/East New York, where youth and adults achieve educational and economic success, secure healthy and affordable housing and develop leadership skills to transform their lives and community. We actively promote policies that advance racial equity.

Position Overview

Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation (CHLDC) seeks a Part-Time School-Based SYEP/WLG Coordinator to support the planning, coordination, and implementation of SYEP and Work, Learn & Grow programming at assigned school sites. This role supports youth ages 14–21 by ensuring a safe, structured, and engaging work-based learning experience while maintaining compliance with funder requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day coordination of the SYEP/WLG School-Based Program at assigned school site(s)
• Assist with youth enrollment, onboarding, and documentation to ensure funder compliance
• Support and conduct program orientations, workshops, and site-based activities
• Maintain accurate and timely program records in DYCD and internal databases
• Serve as a point of contact for youth participants during program hours engagement them using Youth Development, Motivational Interviewing and other best practices.
• Assist with supervision and support of part-time program staff and interns
• Coordinate logistics for service projects, programming activities, and space usage
• Support communication and collaboration with school administrators and staff
• Promote a positive, safe, and professional environment for youth participants
• Provide youth development support and basic conflict resolution as needed
• Represent CHLDC professionally to school partners, families, and stakeholders
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent relevant experience)
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience working with youth or in workforce development programs
• Familiarity with SYEP, WLG, or other DYCD-funded programs strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage documentation and meet compliance deadlines
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
• Must be able to clear DOE fingerprinting and background authorization

Work Environment

• School-based setting during program hours
• Regular use of standard office and program equipment
• Some standing, walking, and light lifting required

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $25–$28/hour (commensurate with experience)
• Part-time, non-exempt position

To Apply

Please submit a resume and brief cover letter to: Christine Rohoo [email protected]

CYPRESS HILLS LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND IS COMMITTED TO WORKPLACE DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We promote recognition and respect for individual and cultural differences, and we work to make our employees feel valued and appreciated, whatever their race, gender, background, or sexual orientation.

We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person