Group Leader - New York, United States - Grand St Settlement Inc.

Grand St Settlement Inc.

Verified Company

New York, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

POSITION:
Group Leader - School year

DEPARTMENT:
Youth Services

LOCATION:
Seward
Park Community Center: 56 Essex St. New York, NY 10002

REPORTS TO:
Program Director or Assistant Director

SALARY:
$20.00/hr

DATES:
School year: September

June ( School year

SCHEDULE:
Must be available Monday through Friday 2pm-6pm. This position is performance based and it is also contingent on funding availability.

JOB SUMMARY:

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 and engaging learning environment for middle school aged youth. Homework help, recreational activities, literacy and math lessons are integral parts of this activity.

In the end, students will be able to maintain an academic focus while engaging in hands-on learning with classmates and fellow peers.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma a must, college degree preferred
Youth development experience
required
Must have experience teaching and designing curricula
Previous experience working with diverse young people ages 514 years old
Three (3) or more years' experience & expertise working with youth (volunteer experience is acceptable).
Three (3) or more years' experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculumbased lessons (to youth preferred).
Valid CPR/AED Pro certification through recognized accrediting body preferred.
Valid First Aid/RTE certification through recognized accrediting body preferred.

- **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

_ Supervise Participants_:
Problem solve and intervene directly with youth in groups
Maintain adequate staff to camper supervision during all activities and trips

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_ Facilitate Summer Camp Activities_:

Design and implement project-based summer curriculum
Must facilitate group management and activities based on the summer themes
Work collaboratively with coworkers
Know and follow daily inhouse and trip schedules and procedures
Create a camp culture of positive group cohesiveness

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_ Ensure Safety_:

Must be able to 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 daily log of all incidents/ injuries