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Family Service League - Long Island · 3 months ago

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Brentwood, NY, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$18.50/hr - $18.50/hr

1+ years exp

Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through various programs. They are seeking a part-time Youth Development Specialist responsible for leading educational and recreational programs for children and families in emergency housing.

CharityContinuing EducationElder CareHomeless ShelterNon Profit

Responsibilities

Provide direct interaction and support to children and families residing in emergency housing to build upon strengths and resources

Prepare room for activities and programs and cleanup program materials

Develop, plan, and implement programs and events that meet the developmental, intellectual, physical, social-emotional, and recreational needs of children of all ages

Develop written lesson plans correlating to programs and activities offered

Provide enrichment and work towards building good character and positive self-esteem in clients

Practice excellent supervision and monitoring skills pertaining to the safety of children

Assume bus duties to ensure all children returning from school and camp are adequately supervised

Contribute to a monthly department activities calendar that ensures a balance of programs for children of all ages, gender, and cultural backgrounds

Ensure play areas and activity centers are cleaned, well maintained and safe at all times

Maintain and instruct children in keeping good hygiene

Work closely with program staff to implement and maintain program performance standards

Set and observe appropriate boundaries with clients; observe client confidentiality and HIPPA protocols

Attend scheduled team meetings, individual supervision, and trainings as required

Oversee compliance of rules, regulations, and policies of shelter

Advocate for client needs

Responsible for reading and understanding Policy and Procedure Manual

Required to read and respond to daily emails

All other duties as assigned

Qualification

Human Services experienceDSS policiesMicrosoft Office proficiencySpanish language fluencyOrganizational skillsTime management skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalency required

A minimum of 1 years' experience in Human Services or related field required

Must have knowledge of homeless population and DSS policies and regulations

Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, required

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required

Must be able to work independently and part of a multi-disciplinary team

Valid and clean New York State Driver's License required

Must be able to go up and down stairs

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Spanish language fluency preferred

Company

Family Service League - Long Island

Family Service League is a nationally accredited human services agency that has taken an active role in strengthening families and empowering the residents of Long Island for more than 95 years.

Founded in 1926

Huntington, New York, USA

501-1000 employees