Residential Youth Group Supervisor

Rising Ground; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rising Ground is seeking a Group Supervisor to support JFY youth in a residential setting in Brooklyn. You will lead five skills groups each week, facilitate activities, and monitor youth progress within the milieu.

The role requires collaboration with the Residential Manager, maintains documentation in CONNECTIONS within five days, and helps plan the program calendar. This is a full-time position with varied day/evening/weekend hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; bachelor’s degree in human services preferred.
• Experience with youth and families in residential settings.
• Experience in child welfare and/or juvenile justice fields.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of individual and group behavior.
• Training in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Understanding of child development and family & community systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate structured activities/workshops for youth in residential settings.
• Lead five skills groups per week and manage daily group activities.
• Monitor youth progress and complete timely documentation within CONNECTIONS (5 days).
• Collaborate with Residential Manager and staff to ensure quality services.
• Provide instruction on techniques, procedures, and rules used in activities, games, and sports.
• Assist with safety inspections of recreation equipment and grounds.
• Develop and maintain the program calendar and daily groups.

Skills

Strong communication

Knowledge of behavior

Crisis intervention

Experience with youth

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Job description

Rising Ground is seeking a Group Supervisor to support JFY youth in a residential setting in Brooklyn. You will lead five skills groups each week, facilitate activities, and monitor youth progress within the milieu.

The role requires collaboration with the Residential Manager, maintains documentation in CONNECTIONS within five days, and helps plan the program calendar. This is a full-time position with varied day/evening/weekend hours.