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New York City, NY - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 20 - 20

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

POSITION: Activity Specialist Basketball PartTime School Year Position Only

DEPARTMENT: Youth Services

REPORTS TO: Program Director Program Assistant Director

SALARY: $20 per hour

DATES: July August 2024

SCHEDULE: Sundays 59pm

JOB SUMMARY: As part of our Youth Services Departments vision: all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth leadership and positive selfimage in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites. Our Activity Specialists will assist in the daytoday functioning of program and ensure that youth are learning and building hard skills. This position is based on youth interest; must maintain a minimum of 15 youth in a group.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma required; College Degree Preferred

Must have 3 years experience working in specialized field

Must have experience working with and devising curricula around specialization

Ideal candidate has previous experience with classroom instruction and/or facilitating lessons in specialized fields

Candidate must be very responsible; organized & demonstrate positive communication skills

Ideal candidate is personable energetic & enthusiastic

Candidate must successfully complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance

Review Background Check; 3 Reference Check; Physical w/ updated TB Test Fees may apply)

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 timeliness attendance and most

importantly professionalism

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

Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all staff and participants while remaining professional at all times

Must demonstrate timeliness attendance and most importantly professionalism

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed oral or written instructions

Ability to relate to officials staff and public in a courteous manner

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Must complete 15 hours of training as per school age child care requirements within the first three months of hire and attend two mandatory agencies wide Professional Development training

Responsible for supervising all participants particularly during special activities

Responsible for maintain classroom space in an organized and clean fashion

Responsible for maintain log of all incidents/ injuries

Assist with all aspects of programming (i.e. following organizations mission: supervising all youth working collectively and communicating with all staff)

Administrative duties include: follow up calls to parents

Attend all required department/agency meetings and/or training

Create lessons and curriculum around specialty.

Implement and facilitate projects and recreational activities for the school year and summer camp/

Take initiative to assist program participants and group leaders as seen fit

Maintain program supplies and proper use of all.

Help enforce all rules and regulations and codes of conduct

Other duties as assigned and 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

Adhere to COVID 19 protocols

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 a safety plan

HOW TO APPLY:

Please read the specialty opportunities listed below and submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter outlying how your skills and experiences meet the specific components you are applying for. Also provide us with two professional references that we can contact at least one should from a former supervisor) with the subject header Activity Specialist to . NO phone calls please.

Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearance comes through.

Equal Opportunity Employer EOE)


Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Employment Type

Full Time

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