Group Leader - PS 102 - One World COMPASS
Group Leader - PS 102 - One World COMPASS
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The Group Leader is responsible for the direct supervision engagement and safety of the group they are assigned to in an afterschool or summer camp setting. This role involves implementing schedule activities fostering a positive and inclusive environment and serving as a mentor and role model to the youth. The ideal candidate is dependable energetic and passionate about youth development.
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:
- Uses positive approaches when handling difficult situations. Avoids gossip and negative discussions. Remains flexible and adapts to change.
- Serves as role model for program participants. Abides dress code. Conducts self in a professional manner at all times.
- Remains sensitive and responsive to cultural differences of program participants and staff.
- Participates in inservice trainings and onsite workshops as required for professional growth and development. Attends external trainings and workshops at direction of management.
- Represents the organization both within and outside of the work environment in a manner that promotes the mission vision and values of the agency. Personally adheres to organizational mission vision and values in addition to all other agency policies and procedures.
- 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 ageappropriate 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.
Qualifications
- Must be aHigh 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 8am6pm or AfterSchool hours: 2PM6PM during the school year.
HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process please reach out to.
About HeartShare
Who WE ARE:
For over one hundred years HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team now 2100 employees and growing helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives.
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HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Employment Type
Part-Time
