Youth Worker Req-4585

BronxWorks; New York (NY); On-site; USD 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in New York is seeking a Youth Worker to assist in developing program goals and activities for youth. The role involves creating a supportive environment, implementing educational programs, and engaging with parents. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 3 months to 1 year experience working with youth.
• Clearance through New York State Central Registry required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Director with program goals and activities.
• Create a nurturing environment for the youth.
• Implement recreational and educational activities.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Engaging Personality

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Base pay range

$18.00/yr - $18.00/yr

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 37 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Director or Program Coordinator with the development of program goals and activities for youth.
• Create a nurturing and supportive environment for the youth.
• Implement various recreational, educational, social, and team building activities.
• Provide classroom management and instruction.
• Act as a liaison with parents.
• Attend regular staff meetings.
• Attend First Aid, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Responding to Emergency (RTE) training.
• Attend staff training sessions.
• Meet monthly with program coordinator and/or program director for supervision.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent credentials.
• 3 Months to one-year experience working with youth in a recreational, educational and/or social environment.
• Clearance through New York State Central Registry and New York State Office of Children and Family Services required.
• Experience with or knowledge of best practices in youth development preferred.
• Experience with or knowledge of whole language philosophy preferred.
• Ability to establish rapport with young people.
• Engaging personality and detailed orientated skills are essential.
• Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is require
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork.
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
• Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
• Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.
  
  

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact [e-mail] .

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