Program Assistant - Mott Haven

THE BOYS' CLUB OF NEW YORK INC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Job summary

A youth development organization located in New York is seeking a Program Assistant to model positive social interactions and assist in various activities with members. The ideal candidate will support planning and supervision of programs, maintain safety and organization, and possess experience in youth development or education. This part-time position offers a salary of $16.50 per hour and a weekly schedule of 25 hours.

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 area materials and report damages.
• Use behavior management strategies to address inappropriate behavior.
• Attend mandatory professional development trainings.

Skills

Youth development experience

Organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Credits in college or technical school

Job description

Career Opportunities with THE BOYS' CLUB OF NEW YORK INC

Location

Location: 565 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451

Salary

Salary Range: $17.00 per hour

Schedule

Schedule: 25 hours per week

Employment Type

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 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
• Assist 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 Program Director
• Use behavior management strategies to defuse inappropriate behavior and communicate behavior incidents with the Age Group 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.