135 Best family engagement Jobs in Yonkers, NY (July 2025)

Job Description: As an RGT Community Outreach Specialist, you are the face and voice of Risen Generation Transportation. Your main responsibility is to connect with families, schools, churches, and community centers to promote safe, reliable, and affordable transportation services. You will engage with the public directly through street outreach, tabling events, flyer distribution, and school visits (with permission), helping parents and organizations learn about our rideshare services for school, summer camps, after-school programs, and more. Key Responsibilities: Actively promote RGT transportation services in public spaces like malls, parks, libraries, and community events. Distribute flyers, speak with potential clients, and gather contact information for follow-up. Explain service options clearly (weekly and monthly prices, safety standards, school eligibility, etc.). Represent RGT with professionalism, warmth, and care for family needs. Maintain a daily or weekly log of contacts, interested leads, and sign-ups. Help families complete registration or refer them to the office or enrollment team. Report outreach progress and feedback to the program director. Support marketing campaigns (in-person or online) as needed. Qualifications: Friendly, approachable, and confident communicator. Passionate about helping families and children get safe transportation. Experience in outreach, sales, customer service, or promotions preferred. Must be dependable and able to work independently outdoors or at events. Bilingual speakers are a plus (Spanish, French, or others). Compensation: Paid weekly or on commission depending on program. Bonuses available for high-performing outreach specialists. Flexible h ours – part-time or weekend availability welcome.

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SNACC Inc

Youth Food & Wellness Educator

29 days ago

$25–$28 hourly

Part-time

Highbridge, The Bronx

Location: NYC-based (approximately 90% in-person, 10% remote). Must be able to travel between program sites which are primarily in the Bronx with some additional sites in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. Compensation: $25–$28/hour (non-exempt, hourly) Commitment: We are seeking someone who can commit to the full 2024–2025 school year (August/September 2025 through June 2026) at a minimum. Hours: ~15 hours/week in summer ~30 hours/week during the school year (excluding school closures and breaks) Position Overview SNACC is seeking a dynamic, youth-focused educator with a passion for food, wellness, and community to join our team as a Food Educator & Youth Wellness Instructor. This is not a culinary role—we're looking for someone who loves food, enjoys working with students, and brings high energy, creativity, and flexibility to educational settings. The ideal candidate has a background in education, experience working directly with youth (grades K–12), and a genuine enthusiasm for food, cooking, health, and community well-being. Light cooking and food prep skills are helpful, and while a background in hospitality is a plus, it’s not required. Key Responsibilities In-School Programming (In-Person): - Lead fun, hands-on food and wellness lessons multiple times per week in NYC public schools - Deliver SNACC’s food education curriculum aligned with DOE standards and youth development practices. - Create a warm, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment. - Procure, prep and transport materials/groceries for lessons (costs covered by SNACC). - Collaborate with school staff and SNACC leadership to tailor programming to student needs. Other Duties: - Attend periodic training and team check-ins with SNACC staff to review program progress and needs. - Inventory management, expense reporting - Support documentation, reflection, and continuous program improvement. - Complete background check and adhere to SNACC’s youth safety policies. Who You Are - Educator-first: You have experience teaching or facilitating youth programs (in schools, after-school, camps, etc.). - Youth-focused: You know how to connect with young people across age ranges (K–12) and build trust and enthusiasm. - Food & wellness enthusiast: You believe in the power of food as a tool for community-building, confidence, and health. Enjoy light cooking & food preparation. - Flexible & dependable: You can adapt to shifting schedules and environments, and you communicate clearly and proactively. - Organized & responsible: You can manage materials, time, and logistics with care and attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications - Background in education, public health, social work, or youth programming - Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred - NYC-based and able to travel to school sites - Able to transport groceries, food supplies, or light equipment (up to 30 lbs) - Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills - Passionate about equity, food justice, and youth empowerment - Able to work independently and collaboratively with a small, mission-driven team - Willingness to complete CPR, Food Safety, and other certifications as required (costs covered by SNACC) What You’ll Gain As a SNACC Food Educator, you’ll be at the forefront of helping young people and their families build healthy habits, confidence, and connections through joyful food education. You’ll contribute to a mission-driven organization making a real impact in NYC communities.

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Columbia University Irving Medical Center

The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Staff Associate II (study clinician) to join the research team of Pinciple Investigator (PI), Laura Mufson, PhD, and Co-PI Christa Labouliere, Ph.D.. The successful candidate will support many aspects of study implementation including: recruitment; informed consent/assent; baseline and follow-up assessments; maintaining ongoing contact with participants and families; providing study interventions & clinical support to them during study period; facilitating connection to ongoing services; and facilitating engagement/information exchange with the clinical sites at NYPH. Responsibilities include: Assist in identifying and assessing participant eligibility and assisting in conduct of consent/ assent meetings Conducting clinical risk assessments of the participants at baseline and follow-up assessments. Administer the C-SSRS to participants during assessment and as needed, along with supportive safety planning and clinical risk management activities. Providing clinical risk management coverage for research staff for assessments and participant communication. Assist in implementing study interventions for participants and provide clinical care for participants post-study as needed. Assist in case management for participants to ensure connection with outpatient services after study interventions are completed. Work collaboratively with the clinical services providing the study interventions and support care of participants. Performs related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in counseling, clinical psychology, or social work. Master’s degree in counseling, clinical psychology, or social work is highly preferred. NYS licensure (or license eligible_ as a mental health clinician, such as a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or licensed mental health clinician (LMHC) Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills Comfortable interacting with diverse suicidal youth and their families in fast-paced emergency settings (with training and supervision) Able to effectively use Microsoft computer software (Word/Excel/Powerpoint), and REDCap At least 1-2 years of experience (could be during training or on the job) providing clinical care to adolescents with mood and anxiety disorders is preferred At least 1 year of clinical experience (could be during training or on the job) with adolescents, preferably in a crisis setting is preferred Experience conducting suicide risk assessments using standardized measures is preferred

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River’s Edge Theatre Company, Inc.

River’s Edge Theatre Company is seeking enthusiastic, responsible, and creative Camp Counselors for our Page to Stage Summer Camp, a two-week theatre program for kids ages 5–10 in Hastings-on-Hudson. Dates: 3 weeks total - Aug 4-8, Aug 11-15, and Aug 19-22 Hours: 8:45 AM – 3:15 PM (Monday–Friday) (with half hour break) Compensation: $600/week About the Camp: Page to Stage is an exciting theatre experience where campers collaborate to devise, rehearse, and perform an original play. The program emphasizes creativity, teamwork, and self-expression, culminating in a performance for families and friends. Responsibilities: - Supervise and engage with campers throughout the camp day - Assist the lead teaching artist in theatre games, devising activities, rehearsals, and performance prep - Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and energetic environment - Support campers in creative exploration, collaboration, and confidence-building - Communicate with staff and parents as needed - Help with daily set-up and clean-up

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