School Based RHY Coordinator

About the Role

Make a Difference. Build Connections. Empower Youth. Catholic Charities of Herkimer County is looking for a compassionate, energetic, and community‑minded individual to join our team as a School Based RHY (Runaway and Homeless Youth) Coordinator. You’ll have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of youth by providing support, teaching practical life skills, creating safe spaces, and connecting young people with resources that can help them thrive. Training is provided and prior RHY experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Build connections in local schools: develop and maintain positive relationships with schools, school personnel, and youth‑serving professionals; conduct outreach, presentations, and engagement activities to increase awareness of RHY services; connect youth with appropriate support, resources, and community services.
• Help youth build life skills: develop and facilitate life‑skills lessons and educational activities using approved RHY curricula; lead engaging “Adulting” classes that prepare youth for independent living, covering budgeting, employment, education, communication, decision‑making, daily responsibilities, and accessing community resources.
• Empower youth leadership: work directly with youth leaders to plan and implement the annual Herkimer County Youth Summit; collaborate with school Youth Summit advisors and student planning groups; encourage youth leadership, participation, creativity, and decision‑making; assist with workshops, activities, and other Summit events.
• Create a safe & welcoming space: provide supervision and positive engagement at the RHY drop‑in center; help create an environment where youth feel safe, respected, supported, and heard; participate in recreational, educational, creative, and skill‑building activities.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Human Services or a related field.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals, schools, and community partners.
• A genuine desire to support and empower young people.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance (for benefit‑eligible positions).
• Retirement planning options.
• Generous time off – up to 23 days in the first year based on a standard work day.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.).
• Referral bonuses.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Recognition and awards.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Collaborative team culture.

Pay

$18.00–$20.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday–Wednesday & Friday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Thursday: 12:30 PM–6:30 PM
Occasional evenings and weekends as needed/subject to call