Self Determination Coordinator - San Jose
Core
A coordinator supporting system-impacted youth (cis/trans women, girls, trans men, boys, gender-expansive youth) in healing, self-determination, and navigating systems like juvenile justice and foster care.
Role type
Program Coordinator (Youth Services)
Builds
Self-determination advocacy programs, leadership development initiatives, and community resource connections for youth.
Domain
Social Services / Youth Advocacy / Restorative Justice
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Youth advocacy, case management, community resource navigation, program facilitation, data reporting, stakeholder collaboration
Preferred skills
Knowledge of California socio-political landscape, familiarity with local youth service providers
Technologies
Data collection systems, reporting databases
Responsibilities
Conduct intakes and assessments to develop Self-Determined Life Maps; facilitate healing-centered programs and leadership activities; advocate for youth within juvenile justice and foster care systems; coordinate referrals to housing, education, and childcare; maintain relationships with external partners (Probation, Public Defender, schools); manage program data and reporting for grant compliance.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC (via careerplan.io/jobs/89-007-56-F6D-self-determination-coordinator-san-jose-at-young-womens-freedom-center)