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Grand Street Settlement · 2 weeks ago

Group Leader

New York, NY

Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$20/hr - $20/hr

3+ years exp

Grand Street Settlement is a nonprofit organization focused on youth services. They are seeking a Group Leader to promote growth, leadership, and a positive self-image among young people, while providing a safe and engaging learning environment through various activities, including homework help and recreational lessons.

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Responsibilities

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

Problem solve and intervene directly with youth in groups

Maintain adequate staff to participant supervision during all activities and trips

Design and implement unit-based curriculums, lesson planning

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

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

Communicate regularly and appropriately with parents

Complete all necessary paperwork that is required

Come to ready to work with a positive attitude

Supervise and evaluate youth staff

Other assignments as required

Qualification

Youth development experienceCurriculum designTeaching experienceCPR/AED certificationFirst Aid certificationEnergetic personalityCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solving skills

Required

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

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; 3 Reference Checks; Physical w/ updated TB Test (Fees may apply)

If offered the position, must submit $25 fee for NY State Clearance Review

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