TITLE: Group Leader (6 positions)
DEPARTMENT: Youth and Community Development
LOCATION: Lyons Community School, Bushwick, Brooklyn
REPORTS TO: Program Director, SONYC @ Lyons Program
SALARY/ SCHEDULE: $15 per hour; 17 hours/week
DATES: September 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016 (School Year Only); This position is performance based and 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 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 experiencerequired
Must have experience teaching and designing curricula
Previous experience working with diverse young people
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
Candidate must successfully complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance Review Background Check (If offered the position, must submit $25 fee for NY State Clearance Review); 3 Reference Checks; Physical w/ updated TB Test (Fees may apply)
Valid CPR/AED Pro certification through recognized accrediting body preferred
Valid First Aid/RTE certification through recognized accrediting body preferred
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all students while remaining professional at all times and be able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas, including responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance and most importantly, professionalism
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Training
Must complete 15 hours of trainings as per school-age child care requirements within the first three months of hire and attend two mandatory agency-wide Professional Development trainings
Supervise Participants
Problem solve and intervene directly with youth in groups
Maintain adequate staff to participant supervision during all activities and trips
Facilitate After School Activities
Design and implement unit-based curriculums
Must facilitate group management and activities based on daily activities
Work collaboratively with co-workers
Know and follow daily in-house, school pick up, trip schedules and procedures
Create a group culture of positive group cohesiveness
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 emergency contact information for each participant
Responsible for maintaining daily log of all incidents/ injuries
Prepare attendance reports and other reports as required
Know and adhere to all regulations and procedures outlined in safety plan
Other
Communicate regularly and appropriately with parents
Complete all necessary paperwork that is required
Come to work ready with a positive attitude
Supervise and evaluate youth staff
Other assignments as required
If selected for this position, applicant must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance (fees may apply); ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment. Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through.
How to apply
Submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills & experience meet the position you are applying for. Also, provide us with three professional references that we can contact (at least one should be from a former supervisor) with the subject header “Group Leader at SONYC” to lwalsh@grandsettlement.org
No phone calls, please.
EOE