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About the Role

As part of our Youth Services Department’s vision, all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth, leadership, and positive self-image in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites. Group Leaders will promote and develop a safe, engaging learning environment for youth. Recreational activities, team-building activities/games, theme-based lessons, and trips are integral parts of summer day camp activities.

Responsibilities

• Complete after-school trainings as per school-age child care requirements.
• Problem-solve and intervene directly with youth in groups.
• Maintain adequate staff to supervise campers during all activities and trips.
• Design and implement project-based school year curriculum.
• Facilitate group management and activities based on the after-school themes.
• Work collaboratively with co-workers.
• Know and follow daily in-house and trip schedules and procedures.
• Create a camp culture of positive group cohesiveness.
• Supervise a group of children and participate in activities and trips; provide and maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits.
• Maintain medical and contact information for each camper.
• Responsible for maintaining a daily log of all incidents/injuries.
• Prepare attendance reports and other reports as required.
• Know and adhere to all regulations and procedures outlined in the safety plan.
• Communicate regularly and appropriately with parents.
• Complete all necessary paperwork that is required.
• Come ready to work with a positive attitude.
• Supervise and evaluate youth staff.
• Perform other assignments as required.

Requirements

• High School diploma required.
• Candidates who are fluent in Spanish are highly encouraged to apply.
• Youth development experience required.
• Must have experience teaching and designing curricula.
• Previous experience working with diverse young people.
• High level of proficiency in administrative work.
• Capacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple tasks and projects.
• Three (3) or more years’ experience & expertise working with youth (volunteer experience is acceptable).
• Three (3) or more years’ experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculum-based lessons (to youth preferred).
• Ideal candidate is personable, energetic, & enthusiastic.
• Must complete NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening, New York State Clearance Review Background Check, 3 Reference Checks, and Physical w/ updated TB Test.
• If offered the position, must submit a $25 fee for NY State Clearance Review.
• Communicate effectively with all students while remaining professional at all times.
• Motivate students and set an example in all areas, including responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance, and professionalism.

Skills

• Teaching
• Curriculum design
• Administrative work
• Problem-solving
• Intervention
• Group management
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Supervision
• Log maintenance
• Report preparation

Location

• COMPASS Elementary PS 157

Work Type

• Full-time
• Part-time

Experience Level

• 3+ years experience working with youth
• 3+ years experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculum-based lessons

Education Level

• High School diploma
• College degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $20 per hour

Benefits

• Valid CPR/AED Pro certification through a recognized accrediting body preferred.
• Valid First Aid/RTE certification through a recognized accrediting body preferred.

About the Company

• As part of our Youth Services Department’s vision, all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth, leadership, and positive self-image in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites.

Equal Opportunity

• EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)