Group Leader (MS 45)

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

A youth service organization in New York is seeking an After School Group Leader. This role requires supervising a group of participants, developing engaging curricula, and fostering a supportive community environment. Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a High School/GED and some experience in youth activities. The position offers flexible hours up to 20 hours a week, with a pay range of $18.00 to $19.00 per hour. Ideal for individuals passionate about youth development and engagement.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• 1 year related experience in youth group activities.
• Commitment to working with diverse youth.

Responsibilities

• Supervise group of participants and ensure their safety.
• Engage participants in after school activities.
• Develop and facilitate thematic curriculum.

Skills

Youth group development

Community building

Arts and crafts

Education

High School/GED Diploma

Job description

Hours

Up to 20 hours/Week; Non-Exempt;

Schedule

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

Salary

$18.00 - $19.00 / hour

Job Summary

The After School Group Leader is responsible for the overall safety, development, management, organization and planning of their group. This includes integrated educational projects, recreation, arts & crafts and group building activities.

Major Duties

• Overall supervision and management of identified group of participants.
• Engage participants in after school activities and role model appropriate behavior.
• Ensure safety of participants at all times.
• As needed, engage in outreach activities to ensure attendance and participation.
• Provide support to activity instructors and other group leaders.
• Develop and facilitate a sequenced and thematic curriculum and other various activities including arts & crafts. Curriculum should promote creativity, self-expression, opportunity for mastery, and emotional growth and future focus/career exploration as well as professional growth.
• Integrate lessons enriched with literacy, history and other related academic subjects when applicable.
• Develop positive relationships with participants, colleagues and school/center personnel.
• Attends all staff meetings and staff development trainings sessions, as specified (including Saturday and evening trainings).
• Assist with monitoring and maintaining the rules of the program and upholding the afterschool model.
• Plan and prepare culminating events for participants to showcase their activities.
• Ensure participants are prepared and able to illustrate what they learned in culminating events.
• Assist with organizing parent family culminating engagement events.
• Engage with parents and guardians as necessary in a professional manner.
• Discuss behavior problems, safety concerns and situations with supervisor as they emerge, and completing necessary documentation and paperwork.
• Mandated Reporter.
• Resolve conflict within your group while seeking assistance from other staff, supervisors and directors when necessary.
• Foster a positive youth development approach focusing on , strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, independence, generosity, mastery safety, and community to participants.
• Supervise support staff assigned to your group (including but not limited to assistant group leader, interns, volunteers, etc.).
• Track and support participant’s development and growth areas. Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ participant’s academic success.
• Responsible for the safe arrival and dismissal of all program participants.
• Inspect all facilities, equipment, and supplies and be sure all are locked away securely at the end of each day.
• Available to work during holidays and OST days (13-15 days).
• Maintain all required records for your group, including attendance.
• Maintain strict adherence to policies and procedures at all times.
• Participate in afterschool events and trips.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School/ GED Diploma and 1 year related experience in leading and participating in youth group development related activities required.
• Experience building a camp culture through chants, team building activities, and community building preferred.
• Can contribute a talent or experience in arts, music, crafts, etc. a plus.
• A commitment to working with youth from a variety of backgrounds, while providing high quality services.
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.