Youth Services Specialist

LSI is seeking a passionate and motivated Youth Services Specialist to support young people ages 16–24 in building the skills, confidence, and experience needed to succeed in the workforce. This role combines teaching, coaching, mentoring, and career development to help youth connect learning with real-world career opportunities.

The ideal candidate enjoys working directly with young adults, facilitating career readiness instruction, and helping individuals identify and pursue meaningful career pathways. This is a highly rewarding opportunity with a manageable caseload, strong team support, and the ability to make a direct impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities

Work Directly with Youth

• Manage a small caseload of up to 15 participants
• Provide one-on-one coaching focused on career development and employment readiness
• Facilitate workplace readiness and career exploration lessons
• Help participants identify strengths, goals, and career interests
• Support confidence-building and personal development

Support Learning & Skill Development

• Guide participants through online learning and training platforms
• Provide accountability, encouragement, and academic support
• Connect educational progress to real-world career pathways
• Assist youth in developing foundational workplace and life skills

Connect Youth to Career Opportunities

• Coordinate and support:
  • Job shadows
  • Internships
  • Work-based learning experiences
• Build relationships with local employers and community organizations
• Help participants transition into employment, training, or postsecondary opportunities

Track Progress & Outcomes

• Maintain organized participant records and documentation
• Monitor progress toward goals and milestones
• Collaborate with internal staff to ensure participant success and program effectiveness

Required Qualifications

• Experience working with youth or young adults in education, workforce development, counseling, human services, or related fields
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to motivate, coach, and support individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Strong organizational skills and ability to independently manage a small caseload

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in:
  • Teaching or education
  • Career counseling
  • Workforce development
  • Human services
• Experience facilitating group instruction, workshops, or training sessions
• Familiarity with employment readiness or career pathway programming

Why Join Us?

• Low caseload (maximum of 15 participants) allowing for meaningful support
• Opportunity to combine teaching, coaching, and workforce development
• Ability to build employer partnerships and create real career pathways for youth
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment
• Meaningful work that directly impacts the future success of young people

Additional Information

• Local travel within the service area may be required
• Position may include a mix of in-person, office-based, and community-based work

• This position is contingent upon contract award; candidates may be identified and interviewed prior to award

Our Mission

We are committed to connecting youth to opportunity by providing the tools, guidance, and real-world experiences needed to succeed in today’s workforce.