For most of his life, he has directed his work toward underrepresented and at-risk youth via the not-for-profit sector and with alternative-to-detention programs in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. He created Richard Celestin Consulting Group, LLC, for the purposes of providing legal skills development, self-awareness, youth empowerment, and consequential thinking programs for elementary, middle, and high school students in the NYC area, particularly for youth of color. Richard also serves as a consultant for various organizations seeking to develop youth-based programs within the community, and he supports others as a success and empowerment coach and motivational speaker, focusing on empowering youth, young adults, and professionals. His self-published book, The Hard Facts About Soft Skills, offers insight into the most relevant soft skills necessary to be successful in the academic and professional world.