Part-Time Program Associate

Position: Part-Time Program Associate

Estimated Start Date: September 15, 2025

Location: 519 8th Avenue, 24th Floor New York, NY 10018

Salary: $20.00/hour

Reports to: Director of Youth Development

Schedule: Part-time, non-exempt (10 hours per week)

This position is a part-time non-exempt role (10 hours per week) 

About the Fiver Children’s Foundation

The Fiver community includes 400+ youth, ages 8-18 and 700+ alumni, ages 18+, from systemically under-resourced neighborhoods in New York City and rural central New York. Fiver programs develop the inherent strengths of young people in a supportive environment suffused with shared values and mutual respect. Following a multi-week experience at our award-winning, overnight summer camp, we wrap our arms around youth providing social and emotional support as well as education and career programs during out-of-school time hours. Fiver creates a far-reaching community of role models that nurture and challenge youth over a period of ten years.
 

Position Overview

Fiver is seeking a Part-Time Program Associate who will play a key role in supporting participants through personalized coaching and case management. In this role, you’ll act as a trusted mentor—building meaningful relationships with youth, helping them set and achieve goals, and connecting them with resources to support their academic, social, and emotional development. You will also gain hands-on experience in program planning by supporting initiatives focused on educational success, career readiness, and family engagement. This is an ideal role for someone passionate about youth development and eager to grow in a mission-driven environment.

Job Responsibilities

Case Management (80%)

• Manage a caseload of up to 50 Fiver participants, providing one-on-one support, advocacy, and goal-setting to promote academic, social, and emotional success.
• Conduct regular check-ins with participants via phone, Zoom, or in-person to assess progress and provide individualized support.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date participant files and case notes using CampMinder.
• Submit weekly case reports and participate in biweekly supervision with your direct supervisor.
• Attend program meetings, workshops, and professional development sessions to enhance your knowledge and stay current on youth development best practices.

Event Planning & Support (20%)

• Collaborate with program staff to plan and facilitate workshops, events, and school break activities for participants and their families.
• Conduct proactive outreach to encourage participant attendance and engagement—especially during school breaks and special events.
• Engage authentically with youth during events, using developmentally appropriate play and activities that promote social-emotional learning, confidence, and a sense of belonging.

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in recreational, community-based, or educational settings is strongly preferred.
• Interest in and/or experience with case management or counseling practices, including documentation, individualized support, and resource coordination.
• Strong ability to build authentic, supportive relationships with youth and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to maintain accurate records and manage a caseload.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with strong follow-through and communication skills.
• Culturally responsive and sensitive to the lived experiences and identities of participants.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Canva, and social media platforms.
• Availability to work 10 hours weekly on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays between 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Spring & Fall). 
• Bilingual in Spanish and English strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Participation in professional development opportunities throughout the year.
• Hybrid work schedule (2-3 in-office days; 3 work-from-home days per month).
• Enjoy a supportive, mission-driven, and fun work environment where creativity, connection, and community are valued.

Estimated Hiring Timeline

• July 22-28: Review Resumes
• July 29 - August 15: Introductory Phone Interview 
• August 18 - September 1: Final Zoom Interview
• September 3 - September 12: Reference Checks, Offer and Background Check 
• September 15: Estimated Start Date

To Apply 

 Please send a resume and cover letter to careers@fiver.org with subject line “Fiver PT Program Associate”

 The Fiver Children’s Foundation believes that historically marginalized communities must be centered in the work that we do, and are actively taking steps to make sure our processes and practices promote equity for all, including people of color, people from working-class backgrounds, women, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We encourage applications from people with these identities or members of other marginalized groups.

For more information about Fiver’s commitment to DEIB, please visit: https://www.fiver.org/dei