Job Description

Agency Overview

Youthworks is a nonprofit organization whose mission is helping ensure that all youth have a safe place to belong and be heard. For 40 years, Youthworks has walked alongside young people ages 12 to 24 across North Dakota and western Minnesota as they navigate challenges, build stability, and shape their futures.

We believe every young person has the capacity to grow, lead, and contribute when provided safety, connection, and opportunity, and our work is grounded in that belief. Through a strengths based and relational approach, Youthworks partners with youth to create spaces where they feel supported, respected, and valued.

Youthworks is committed to being a safe and inclusive community for all youth, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion class, educational background, sexual orientation, gender identity, or ability status.

Our programs are rooted in trauma informed care and Positive Youth Development and are designed to respond to both immediate needs and long-term stability. We support youth experiencing housing instability, family conflict, system involvement, exploitation, and other challenges, while also providing prevention and engagement opportunities that help build belonging and possibility before a crisis occurs.

Job Summary

The Prevention Programming Coordinator provides direct services to middle and high school-aged youth (ages 12-17) through a combination of school-based mentoring, facilitated group programming, whole-student assessments, diversion services, and family engagement. This role emphasizes youth leadership development by creating opportunities for young people to build skills, strengthen their voices, and actively participate in group discussions and activities. The goal of this position is to prevent involvement in the juvenile justice system, improve school engagement, and strengthen connections between youth, families, schools, and community supports.

Responsibilities of the Prevention Coordinator Include:

Develop meaningful, supportive relationships with youth and their families Provide mentoring, case management, and short-term solution-focused counseling Conduct whole-student assessments, including bio/psycho/social assessments Administer and score assessment tools such as MAYSI-2 and Developmental Assets Profile (DAP) Provide screening and assessment for youth experiencing challenges at home and/or school Develop individualized engagement, goal, and school reentry plans Communicate regularly with referring schools, Human Service Zones, and other referral sources Coordinate school- and community-based mentoring services Provide diversion-focused case management to prevent juvenile justice involvement Offer crisis intervention, stabilization, and goal-setting services Provide family engagement support, psychoeducation, mediation, and referrals Maintain accurate and detailed client documentation and case notes Collect and track attendance, behavior, and engagement data Support quarterly reporting and grant-related data requirements Collaborate with community partners, schools, and service providers Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours crisis response Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

The position requires a four-year degree in a human service field (social work, counseling, education, etc). Preference given to applicants with a master's degree, licensure, and experience working with adolescents and families.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time, benefited position. The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. This position requires some evening and weekend work as well as being on the on-call rotation.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting salary range for this position is $45,000, dependent on the education and experience of the applicant. Our benefits package includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, matching 401k plan, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and half days on Fridays in the summer.

To Apply

Please submit cover letter, resume, application, and the names and telephone numbers of three professional and/or academic references to:

Youthworks

ATTN: Sara Eastman, Program Manager

seastman@youthworksnd.org

All attachments should be in Microsoft Word (.doc) or Portal Documents Format (.pdf).

This position will be filled as soon as a qualified candidate is identified. References will be requested and contacted. Applicants will be contacted if selected for an interview. This job announcement is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

Youthworks is an equal opportunity employer and seeks a diverse pool of applicants.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off
Work Location: In person