Community Based Worker

Location: Mt. Vernon, NY

Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour

Hours: 20 Hours per week for 5 weeks.

OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The CCC Community-Based Worker through The Guidance Center of Westchester will gain up to 120 hours of hands-on work experience.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Real-World Work Experience

Participants—both youth and young adults—gain hands-on experience through placements incommunity-based settings. We partner with local businesses and organizations that are committed to mentoring individuals and providing meaningful, on-the-job training. These placements allow participants to:

• Network with professionals and employers in the community
• Shadow workers and explore various career paths
• Work in diverse roles aligned with their individual employment or career goals

Each participant receives personalized support from both theirCase Worker and ourCCC Community-Based Worker Supervisor, who:

• Match the participant with a suitable work experience opportunity
• Provide ongoing guidance and support
• Monitor progress and gather feedback from worksite providers
• Collect timesheets and manage all required documentation

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:

After completing the initial120 hours of work experience, participants receive continued support from aJob Developer, who helps them:

• Obtain and maintain employment
• Connect with job opportunities in their field of interest
• Prepare for long-term success in the workforce

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Eligibility Requirements: This program is designed for individuals aged16 to 24 years old who arenot currently enrolled in school. Participants must haveeither graduated from high school or officially dropped out.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Various depending on the business they are gaining their experience from:

• Must be capable of communicating
• Open to feedback and growing
• Can follow directives
• Work alongside co-workers