Job Description

At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health services—core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime.

Responsibilities

The Fair Futures Coach is a full-time position that provides support and resources to help youth who have had experiences with the justice system, make progress towards their academic, career development, housing/independent living, and other life goals. The Fair Futures Coach will report directly to the Fair Futures Coach Supervisor.

The Fair Futures Coach will be responsible for:

• Provide ongoing social and emotional support by building trusting, consistent relationships with up to 18 youth, while continuously assessing safety, responding to crises, and supporting overall youth well-being.
• Facilitate both individual and group sessions focused on life skills development, college preparation, and leadership development.
• Engage youth in individualized goal setting related to academic achievement, career exploration, and housing stability.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues, community partners, and stakeholders to connect youth with appropriate resources and supports.
• Support youth in preparing for transition out of foster care by linking them to community-based services and identifying best-fit educational, employment, and independent living opportunities.
• Provide ongoing support to discharged youth up to age 26, ensuring continuity of care and connection to resources.
• Participate actively in individual and group supervision, staff meetings, and trainings to support professional development, skill enhancement, and team cohesion.

Organizational Expectations Include:

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance in accordance with The Foundling’s and departmental time and attendance policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate consistent commitment to The Foundling’s BHAG, mission, vision, and core values of Compassion, Dignity, Family and Community, Diversity, and Excellence.
• Adhere to all organizational policies, including The Foundling’s Code of Conduct, employee handbook, and

Qualifications

Required Educational Level:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to safety in all aspects of service delivery.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in child welfare, social services, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment while meeting deadlines and effectively prioritizing multiple tasks.
• Experience working with diverse populations using a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and youth development framework.
• Ability to receive, integrate, and apply feedback to support professional growth and adapt to evolving programmatic needs and changes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Microsoft Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability and willingness to travel to meet youth in their homes, in the community, and other designated locations as required.

The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population. The Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Education Required

Bachelor’s Degree from a U.S. accredited educational institution or Credential Evaluation for a non-U.S. educational institution

Recruitment Tagline

Hiring Impact, Changing Lives Together

Salary Range:

$53,920.50 + ($3,800 Education Additive + 3,500 Bilingual Additive)