Assistant Group Leader (Pathfinders)

Commonpoint Queens; Orangeburg (NY); On-site; USD 33,480 - 35,712; Full time

Job summary

Commonpoint Queens is seeking an Assistant Group Leader for the IslandQuest Day Camp located in Orangeburg, New York. The role involves leading a group of campers, planning educational activities, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates should have a strong understanding of youth development and prior leadership experience of 1-3 years. The position offers a competitive salary range of $3,000-$3,200, in-person work from June 29th to August 20th, and is a non-union role. This is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of youth development and ability to work with all age groups.
• Experience leading a group (1–3 years preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately.
• Help lead, supervise, and organize campers and staff during activities.
• Ensure proper supervision, safety standards, and correct camper-to-staff ratios.

Skills

Understanding of youth development

Leadership experience

Bilingual

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Job description

Overview

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing. We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Job Title: Assistant Group Leader | Location: Henry Kaufman Campgrounds

Classification: 1D - Assistant Group Leader | Salary Range: $3,000-$3,200 | Starting Salary: $3,000

About Commonpoint

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

About the Role

Commonpoint is hiring an Assistant Group Leader situated within IslandQuest Day Camp. Island Quest Day Camp plays a vital role in providing a high quality camp experience. The individual hired as Assistant Group Leader will be in charge of a group sharing in the planning and implementation of a nurturing, educational environment, which fosters optimum social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of each camper in the group. This role reports directly to their Group Leader. Across the agency, our seasonal and part-time staff play a crucial role in driving our initiatives forward by supporting daily operations, program delivery, and organizational goals.

Role Responsibilities

Agency Expectations

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
• Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.
• Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.

Role Expectations

• Attend all pre-camp orientations on May 29th-30th, June 7th, June 14th, and June 28th
• Work all days Monday-Friday 8:30am-4pm June 29th to August 20th and be reachable by phone until 6:30pm
• Make sure to have First Aid, RTE and CPR Pro Certification up to date before the start of camp
• Help lead, supervise, and organize campers and staff during activities and throughout the camp day
• Follow and enforce all policies and guidelines outlined in the Island Quest Day Camp manual
• Use positive youth development principles, promoting communication, respect, inclusion, and camper engagement
• Ensure proper supervision, safety standards, and correct camper-to-staff ratios at all times
• Support and lead camp programs and activities, adapting them to campers’ interests and abilities
• Oversee camper health needs, including daily care, required documentation, medication distribution, and reporting concerns
• Model positive behavior, maintain equipment and facility standards, and support staff needs (including ensuring required breaks)

Qualifications & Key Attributes

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong understanding of youth development and ability to work with all age groups
• Experience leading a group (1–3 years preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus
• Bilingual
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field
• Experience supervising staff (1–3 years preferred) and ability to lead a team effectively

Key Attributes

• Consistently shows up prepared, follows through on assigned responsibilities, and meets expectations within established timelines
• Responds effectively to changing priorities, learns new tasks quickly, and applies feedback to improve performance
• Adheres to safety protocols, policies, and ethical standards, and represents the agency professionally in all interactions
• Communicates positively with both youth and adults
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about hands-on work and having fun
• Flexible, collaborative, and committed to creating a safe, supportive camp environment

Compensation & Benefits

Commonpoint offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission-driven commitment to equity and transparency. Salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

Working Conditions & Job Details

Working Conditions

• Outdoors. Be prepared to do lots of walking.
• Exposures such as loud noise or extreme heat.
• Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or swimming.
• Late nights or overnights may be needed and are dependent on group placement.
• Bus transportation from local hubs offered.

Job Details

Working schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4pm and be available by phone until 6:30pm June 29th to Aug 20th

Non Union Position

In Person

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer