Specialist Assistant

Commonpoint Queens; Orangeburg (NY); On-site; USD 24,552 - 31,527; Full time

Job summary

Commonpoint Queens is seeking a Specialist Assistant for Island Quest Day Camp in Orangeburg, NY. The role involves planning and implementing a nurturing environment for campers, supporting program delivery, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Ideal candidates should have prior childcare experience and be rising seniors in high school or older.

This is a full-time position from June 29th to August 20th, working Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4 pm. Compensation is competitive, with new hires starting near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of childcare experience.
• Rising senior in high school or older.

Responsibilities

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures.
• Assist in curriculum setup and lesson implementation.
• Help organize and support Theme Days and events.
• Monitor program success and provide feedback.

Skills

Childcare experience

Bilingual

Education

Rising senior in high school or older

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

JOB TITLE: Specialist Assistant | LOCATION: Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds | Classification: 12C - Support Specialist | Salary Range: $2,200-$2,825 | Starting Salary: $2,200

About Commonpoint

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

About the Role

To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring a Specialist Assistant situated within Island Quest Day Camp. Island Quest Day Camp plays a vital role in providing a high quality camp experience. The individual hired as Specialist Assistant will be part of a group sharing in the planning and implementation of a nurturing, educational environment, which fosters optimum social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of each camper in the group. This role reports directly to their Quest Directors, Assistant Program Director and Program Director.

Across the agency, our seasonal and part-time staff play a crucial role in driving our initiatives forward by supporting daily operations, program delivery, and organizational goals.

Role Responsibilities

Agency Expectations

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
• Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.
• Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross‑department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.

Role Expectations

• Attend all pre‑camp orientations on May 31st, June 7th, June 14th, and June 28th.
• Work all days–Monday-Friday 8:30am-4pm June 29th to August 20th.
• Assist your Quest area, including curriculum setup, lesson implementation, and cleaning up of area.
• Help organize, and support Theme Days, special events, and all‑camp activities, including staying late when needed.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and proper use of facilities and equipment.
• Monitor program success, provide feedback to staff, and offer ongoing program ideas.

Qualifications & Key Attributes

Minimum Qualifications

• 1–3 years of childcare experience.
• Rising senior in high school or older.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus.
• Bilingual preferred.

Key Attributes

• Consistently shows up prepared, follows through on assigned responsibilities, and meets expectations within established timelines.
• Responds effectively to changing priorities, learns new tasks quickly, and applies feedback to improve performance.
• Adheres to safety protocols, policies, and ethical standards, and represents the agency professionally in all interactions.

Compensation & Benefits

Commonpoint offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission‑driven commitment to equity and transparency. To maintain fairness across the organization, salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

Working Conditions & Job Details

Working Conditions

Consider the following:

• Outdoors!! Be prepared to do lots of walking.
• Exposures encountered such as loud noise or extreme heat.
• Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or swimming.
• Late nights or overnights will be needed and dependent on the group placement.
• Bus transportation from local hubs offered.

Job Details

Working schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:30am‑4pm June 29th to Aug 20th.

Non Union Position.

In Person.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer.