Assistant Group Leader - PS306

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services in New York City is seeking an Assistant Group Leader to support staff in delivering after-school enrichment and recreational activities. This role involves supervising participants, assisting with lessons, collecting attendance data, and helping maintain a safe, engaging environment.

Requirements include being 18+, reliable work habits, availability during program hours, strong verbal and written communication, teamwork, and a commitment to youth development.

Qualifications

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment.
• Commitment to youth development and positive youth activities.
• Reliability and consistent work habits.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist the group leader with engaging activities, including sports, art, and educational activities.
• Collect attendance folders and other data as necessary.
• Supervise participants throughout the afterschool program.
• Distribute snacks and assist with cleanup.
• Assist with monitoring and maintaining program rules and the afterschool model.
• Support activity instructors with lessons.
• Collaborate with the group leader to ensure a safe environment.
• Follow all GSS, DYCD and SACC regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Youth development

Reliability

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The Assistant Group Leader supports and assists staff in carrying out all planned educational and enrichment activities for the after-school enrichment and recreational program.

Reports To: Program Director, PS306

Hours: Up to 20 hours/Week; Non-Exempt

Salary: $17.00 / hour

Major Duties

• Assist the group leader with engaging activities, including sports and recreation, educational, arts and crafts, and special events.
• Collect attendance folder and other data as necessary.
• Supervise participants throughout the afterschool program.
• Distribute snacks and assist with clean-up.
• Assist with monitoring and maintaining the rules of the program and upholding the afterschool model.
• Support activity instructor(s) with lessons.
• Collaborate with group leader to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
• Follow all GSS, DYCD and SACC regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must demonstrate reliable and consistent work habits, and the ability to work with other youth.
• Must be available during the program hours listed above.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work in a dynamic team environment.
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.