Career Coach

Position Title: Career Coach

Department: Programs

Reports To: Center Director

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About the Organization:

The Police Athletic League (or PAL) is New York City’s largest independent youth development organization. We operate diverse programs from Head Start, Day Car and Universal Pre-K programs; to elementary and middle school after-school programs, summer day camps and summer Playstreets. We run evening teen centers and college readiness programs, as well as youth employment and juvenile justice programs. In its over a century of service, PAL is continuing its evolution and remains a vibrant and vital New York City institution.

Position Summary:

The Student Career Advisor provides individualized guidance and support to middle and high school–aged youth, helping participants identify career goals, develop professional skills, and navigate education and workforce pathways. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who can mentor, motivate, and prepare students for future academic and career success.

Pay & Commitment:

• $25 per hour

• 4-hour shifts, 2 days per week

• 20 weeks beginning in March

Where: Polo Grounds Cornerstone — Police Athletic League, Inc.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one or small group career coaching sessions with students

• Assist students in identifying career interests, strengths, and goals

• Provide guidance on resume building, interview skills, and professional etiquette

• Help students explore education and training options aligned with career aspirations

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in career coaching, youth development, counseling, or related fields

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Human Services, Psychology, or related field required

• Experience working with middle and high school–aged youth

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and mentoring skills

• Ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve academic and career goals

• Familiarity with workforce development resources, career exploration tools, and professional skill-building techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience facilitating workshops or small group sessions

• Knowledge of local education and workforce pathways

• Experience with diverse student populations and inclusive coaching practices

• CPR/First Aid certification a plus

Skills & Competencies

• Youth mentorship and coaching

• Career guidance and professional development

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Organizational and record-keeping skills

• Ability to adapt to diverse learning styles and needs

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.