Junior Program Assistant - Mott Haven

THE BOYS' CLUB OF NEW YORK INC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time PTO

Job summary

A youth development organization seeks a Part-Time Explorer Program Assistant to support and supervise activities for young members. Responsibilities include facilitating lessons and ensuring member safety during various programs. The ideal candidate will have experience in youth development or education, strong organizational skills, and certifications in First Aid and CPR are preferred. The role is located in Bronx, NY, and includes sick time PTO.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in youth development, education, or afterschool preferred.
• Well organized, able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• First Aid and CPR certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, implementation and supervision of activities.
• Assist in facilitating lessons using various teaching methods.
• Supervise the movement of members in all spaces.
• Ensure proper care of all area materials and organize rooms.
• Use behavior management strategies to address inappropriate behavior.
• Attend mandatory professional development trainings.

Skills

Youth development experience

Organizational skills

Collaborative work

Teaching methods and techniques

Education

College or technical school credits

Job description

Location: 565 Morris Ave, Bronx, NY 10451

Salary Range: $18.00 per hour

Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

About Us

Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.

Job Summary

The Explorer Program Assistant is responsible for modeling positive social interactions through combined academic, social, health and recreational programming. He/ She will assist in the guidance, supervision, and safety of members, while participating in activities alongside members to ensure encouragement and support.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, implementation and supervision of activities
• Assists in facilitating lessons, utilizing a variety of teaching methods and techniques
• Supervise the movement of members in all spaces
• Ensure proper care of all area materials, organize room and report any misused or damaged materials to the Explorer Director
• Use behavior management strategies to defuse inappropriate behavior and communicate behavior incidents with the Explorer Director and other necessary staff
• Attend mandatory professional development trainings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous experience in youth development, education, or afterschool, preferred
• Well organized, able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Credits in college or technical school
• First Aid and CPR certification desirable

What We Offer

PTO: Sick time only

The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.