Service Coordinator

Job description

Department: The Choice Program The mission of The Choice Program is to strengthen communities through innovative, family focused strategies that connect youth to opportunities for positive choices. The mission is accomplished using a culturally responsive, trauma-responsive, community based approach that identifies and links the youth and families with social supports; fosters caring relationships; develops high expectations; and p rovides meaningful participation in youth-centered, community based activities. Position Overview: The Choice Program Service Coordinator provides high-quality, high-impact direct services to young people involved with the Department of Juvenile Services through community-based youth and family engagement. This position support the organization’s efforts to 1) disentangle young people from the youth legal system 2) improve wellbeing through goal creation and attainment and 3) increase economic opportunities for young people through vocational training. Responsibilities: The position works within The Choice Program to provide mentoring and advocacy services to young people throughout central Maryland. The Choice Program utilizes an anti - racist, communit...