PURPOSE: The Kaplan House (Manhattan) and Cedar Knolls House (Bronx) provides therapeutic and support services to adolescent's ages 16-21 who are referred through the Administration for Children's Services. Our residents have experienced significant trauma and often struggle with managing their emotional and behavioral needs. The program provides an array of services including medical, clinical, education/vocation, recreation, substance use and additional support services that emphasize family interaction and strengthening of community support networks, as well as increasing independent living skills. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Youth Empowerment Coach is part of The Jewish Board's