Career Coach

The Career Coach is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and delivery of the In-Step Program at an assigned PAL Center. This position requires flexibility to travel across the five boroughs and participate in local and out-of-state trips, as well as occasional weekend events.

Plan and deliver educational, leadership, and career readiness workshops for program youth.

Conduct ongoing recruitment, orientation, and registration of youth as needed.

Evaluate youth performance and progress using program tools.

Maintain clear and organized records, including weekly schedules, daily attendance, youth files, and case management reports.

Collect all necessary data to ensure compliance with funding sources and internal systems.

Attend professional development and program improvement training sessions.

Maintain consistent communication with staff, community partners, and other stakeholders.

Stay current on best practices in workforce development and youth employment programs.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Three to five years of related experience preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

Workshop facilitation experience; lesson planning a plus.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and follow through on commitments.

Self-motivated and able to work effectively under pressure.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with diverse groups.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to learn new software systems.

Social media, marketing, and research skills a plus.

Compensation: $20.00 to $25.00 Per Hour

Location: Department of Youth Employment - Queens, Manhattan, Bronx & Staten Island

Hours: Monday-Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm

Start Date: 9/22/2025

At the Police Athletic League, we seek people who are talented, creative and passionate to help create a more inclusive city and better futures for our youth. We’re devoted to empowering communities and building the best places to work, and that goes for our own teams too.

The Police Athletic League is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy

Employment with PAL is contingent upon successful completion of all the Agency’s lawful pre-employment checks, which may include a background check