Top 46 Youth development specialist Jobs in Connecticut

YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
Capital Workforce Partners Inc —Hartford, CT
- $28.84 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Office
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Part-Time Mental Health Professional Development Trainer and Coach
Effective School Solutions —Bridgeport, CT
- $80 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
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Youth Development Specialist - LYNC
The Village For Families & Children —Hartford, CT
- From $19.23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- English
- Health insurance
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Behavioral Support Specialist - New Haven Y Youth Center
CENTRAL CT COAST YMCA, INC. —New Haven, CT
- $1,680 - $1,760 a month
- Seasonal
- Applied behavior analysis
- Mid-level
- Experience working with children
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Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Hartford Inc —Hartford, CT
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
- Entry level
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Youth Services Specialist (Wauregan, CT)
United Services, Inc. - Connecticut —Wauregan, CT
- $19.00 - $21.50 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
- Mileage reimbursement
- AD&D insurance
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Behavioral Support Specialist - Hamden/North Haven Y Camp Mountain Laurel
CENTRAL CT COAST YMCA, INC. —Hamden, CT
- $1,680 - $1,760 a month
- Seasonal
- Applied behavior analysis
- Mid-level
- Experience working with children
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Afterschool Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club of Milford Inc —Milford, CT
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Opportunities for advancement
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Youth Shelter Diversion Specialist
NEW REACH INC —New Haven, CT
- $25 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
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Youth Case Worker/Housing Specialist
NEW REACH INC —New Haven, CT
- $24 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Relocation assistance
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Before Care Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club of Milford Inc —Milford, CT
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Opportunities for advancement
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Intervention Specialist: Alternative in the Community
Community Partners in Action —Hartford, CT
- $26.49 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- English
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Supervising Intervention Specialist: Alternative in the Community
Community Partners in Action —Hartford, CT
- $66,300 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- English
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Residential Youth Support Specialist
CJR —Wethersfield, CT
- $19 an hour
- Overtime
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Employee assistance program
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ABA Program Intervention Specialist
East Hampton Public Schools —East Hampton, CT
- $24.73 - $31.81 an hour
- Online Application
- Applied behavior analysis
- Mid-level
- In-person
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Prevention Program Support Specialist
The Village For Families & Children —Vernon Rockville, CT
- From $43,888 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
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Climate Specialist - 6 hrs/day
Meriden School District —Meriden, CT
- From $23.87 an hour
- Part-time
- Public school
- Entry level
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Service Specialist
Connecticut Renaissance, Inc. —Bridgeport, CT
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
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Part-Time Youth Support Specialist
CJR —Litchfield, CT
- $23.00 - $23.27 an hour
- Overtime
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
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Employment Specialist/Case Manager (1099)
Kinetic Potential —Bridgeport, CT
- $17 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Case management
- Professional development assistance
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YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

Capital Workforce Partners Inc -
Hartford, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$28.84 an hour

Qualifications

Monitoring employment counseling client progress
Stakeholder engagement
Youth mentoring
Intake
Regulatory compliance
Client assessment in social work
Employment counseling services experience
Community resource utilization for student support
Employment support plan implementation
Grant compliance monitoring
Metrics Reporting
Key Performance Indicators
Records management
Employment support for individuals with disabilities
Collaboration with other professionals for student support
Continuous improvement
Compliance reporting for grants
Direct support
Workforce development advising (career advising)
Assisting with internship placements
Building employer relationships
Individual case management in social services
Social service program compliance monitoring
Progress documentation
Employment coaching client intake
Social work care coordination
Case plan creation in social work
Quality data entry
Audit support
Youth program management

Full Job Description

Description: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to opening doors for young people.

The Youth Employment Specialist plays a critical role in Capital Workforce Partners’ commitment to creating inclusive career pathways and expanding economic opportunity across our communities. As part of the Programs Team, this position supports in-school youth served under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) who are referred by the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS). The Specialist manages a caseload of youth participants, ensuring access to all 14 WIOA program elements, and delivers hands-on guidance focused on job preparation, skill-building, and long-term success in the workforce. Through strong partnerships with BRS jobseekers, employers, community-based organizations, and local school districts, this role helps connect education to employment and real-world opportunity for youth and adults. This is a grant-funded position through March 31, 2027, offering the opportunity to make measurable, lasting impact in the Capital Region.

Requirements:

Case Management & Compliance

Manage a caseload of WIOA In-School Youth (ISY) participants referred by the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS).
Provide ongoing support, follow-up, and service coordination to assigned participants.
Ensure each participant receives access to all 14 required WIOA youth program elements.
Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation of services, progress, and outcomes in CT Hires.
Ensure compliance with WIOA, CTDOL, and grant reporting requirements.

Program Coordination & Service Delivery

Coordinate and deliver comprehensive employment, education, and training services aligned with participant career goals and WIOA objectives.
Facilitate access to WIOA program elements, including work readiness training, career exploration, occupational skills training, internships, and supportive services.
Collaborate with local school districts and community-based organizations to deliver youth- and adult-centered programming.
Monitor participant progress and engagement; adjust service plans to support successful outcomes.

Stakeholder Engagement & Workforce Integration

Build and maintain partnerships with employers, workforce agencies, and training providers to support job placements and work-based learning opportunities.
Serve as a liaison between BRS, participants, employers, and community partners to ensure coordinated service delivery.
Support career pathway development by connecting participants to labor market information, credentialing opportunities, and industry-specific resources.
Promote collaboration across partners to improve job placement and retention outcomes.

Enrollment, Assessment & Individual Planning

Conduct intake and eligibility assessments for BRS-referred in-school youth and adult jobseekers.
Guide participants through the enrollment process in alignment with WIOA and CTDOL policies.
Collect, verify, and maintain required eligibility and enrollment documentation.
Develop and maintain Individual Service Strategies (ISS) aligned with participant education and employment goals.
Identify barriers to employment and coordinate appropriate supportive services, including accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Data Management & Performance Tracking

Enter and maintain accurate records of services, outcomes, and participant progress in CT Hires.
Prepare case notes, progress reports, and documentation for monitoring and audit purposes.
Track benchmarks, performance metrics, and required follow-ups to ensure timely completion and compliance.

Team & Organizational Contribution

Actively participate in team meetings, trainings, and cross-program initiatives.
Collaborate with colleagues to support continuous improvement of youth services.
Stay current on WIOA regulations, policy updates, and workforce development best practices.
Engage in professional development activities to enhance service delivery and program outcomes.

Competencies

Case Management
Workforce Development
Youth Employment and Career Readiness Services
Data Entry, Documentation, and Compliance
Knowledge of WIOA Youth Program Elements
Labor Market and Career Pathway Awareness
Communication and Interpersonal Effectiveness

Experience & Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Education, Counseling, Workforce Development, or a related field preferred
Applicants with extensive, directly related experience in workforce development, case management, or youth services may be considered in lieu of a degree
Experience providing case management services required
Experience working with youth populations required
Experience supporting individuals with disabilities preferred
Experience in workforce development, employment services, education, or training programs preferred
Familiarity with WIOA, CTDOL reporting requirements, or performance-driven grant programs preferred

Supervision

This position does not have supervisory or management responsibility.

Special Working Conditions

Grant-funded position through March 31, 2027
This direct service position requires an in-office presence five (5) days per week to bolster case management responsibilities
Occasional local travel may be required for meetings, school visits, employer engagement, or participant support
Ability to maintain regular attendance and meet established performance benchmarks and deadlines

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youth development specialist jobs in connecticut

YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

Part-Time Mental Health Professional Development Trainer and Coach

Youth Development Specialist - LYNC

Behavioral Support Specialist - New Haven Y Youth Center

Youth Development Professional

Youth Services Specialist (Wauregan, CT)

Behavioral Support Specialist - Hamden/North Haven Y Camp Mountain Laurel

Afterschool Youth Development Professional

Youth Shelter Diversion Specialist

Youth Case Worker/Housing Specialist

Before Care Youth Development Professional

Intervention Specialist: Alternative in the Community

Supervising Intervention Specialist: Alternative in the Community

Residential Youth Support Specialist

ABA Program Intervention Specialist

Prevention Program Support Specialist

Climate Specialist - 6 hrs/day

Service Specialist

Part-Time Youth Support Specialist

Employment Specialist/Case Manager (1099)