Floater / Group Leader

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks an After School Floater / Group Leader to ensure the safety and development of youth. This role includes supervising activities, planning educational projects, and fostering community engagement. Ideal candidates have a strong commitment to positive youth development and are skilled in managing diverse groups.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience in youth group activities.
• Skills in arts, music, crafts preferred.
• Commitment to high-quality services and diverse youth.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a group of participants.
• Develop and facilitate engaging educational projects and activities.
• Ensure safety and positive relationships among participants.

Skills

Youth engagement

Curriculum development

Conflict resolution

Education

High School/GED diploma

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Location: 125 East 181st Street Bronx NY 10453 / 2641 Grand Concourse Bronx NY 10468

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

Schedule: School Year / September - June / Monday - Friday, 2pm to 6pm

Salary: $17.50 - $18.50 / hour

Job Summary: The After School Floater / Group Leader is responsible for the safety, development, management, organization, and planning of their group. This includes educational projects, recreation, arts and crafts, and group activities.

Major Duties:

• Supervise and manage the identified group of participants.
• Engage participants in activities and model appropriate behavior.
• Ensure safety at all times.
• Conduct outreach to promote attendance and participation.
• Support activity instructors and other leaders.
• Develop and facilitate a curriculum promoting creativity, self-expression, mastery, emotional growth, and career exploration, integrating literacy and academic subjects when applicable.
• Build positive relationships with participants, colleagues, and school personnel.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings, including evenings and Saturdays.
• Monitor and uphold program rules and the afterschool model.
• Plan culminating events for participants to showcase their activities and learning.
• Organize parent and family engagement events.
• Engage with parents professionally.
• Address behavior and safety concerns, documenting as needed.
• Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities.
• Resolve conflicts within the group, seeking assistance when necessary.
• Foster a positive, strength-based youth development environment.
• Supervise support staff assigned to your group.
• Track and support participants' development and academic success.
• Ensure the safe arrival and dismissal of participants.
• Inspect facilities, equipment, and supplies regularly.
• Work during holidays and OST days as scheduled.
• Maintain records, including attendance.
• Adhere to policies and participate in events and trips.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School/GED diploma and 2 years of related experience in youth group activities.
• Experience in building camp culture and community activities preferred.
• Skills in arts, music, crafts, etc., are a plus.
• Commitment to working with diverse youth and providing high-quality services.
• Dedication to a strength-based, trauma-informed approach.