Heartshare ยท 1 day ago
Group Leader
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expHeartshare is dedicated to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The Group Leader is responsible for supervising and engaging a group of children in an afterschool or summer camp setting, fostering a positive and inclusive environment while serving as a mentor and role model.
AssociationHealth Care
Responsibilities
Serves as role model for program participants
Remains sensitive and responsive to cultural differences of program participants and staff
Participates in in-service trainings and on-site workshops as required for professional growth and development. Attends external trainings and workshops at direction of management
Supervise and actively engage a group of children in daily program activities and assisting them with homework, arts and crafts, recreation and other activities
Assist in planning and leading age-appropriate academic, recreational and cultural enrichment activities
Create a safe learning space for children that promotes a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment
Build a rapport with participants, families, and staff, fostering strong relationships
Assist in maintaining daily attendance records, incident reports, and other required documentation for program participants
Communicate professionally with families, teachers and community members about the program and work with them to strengthen support for youth
Accompany youth on cultural and recreational field trips
Qualification
Required
Must be a High School Senior or higher to apply
Must be at least 17 years of age
Up to 1 year of experience working with children of various ages and must be able to assist youth with homework and educational and enrichment activities
Must be available to work Summer Camp hours: Weekdays from 8am-6pm or After-School hours: 2PM-6PM during the school year
Company
Heartshare
Heartshare nurtures and empowers children and adults diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, through educational, life skills and vocational training, residential, case management, recreational, family support and health care services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dawn Saffayeh
President and Chief Executive Officer
Justin Nardilla
Chief Financial Officer
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