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Job Description Title: Group Leader Reports To: Program Director, PS 291 Location: 2195 Andrews Avenue, Bronx, New York 10453 Hours: Up to 20 hours/Week; Non-Exempt; Schedule: School Year / September - June / Monday - Friday, 2pm to 6pm Salary: $17.50 - $18.50 / hour Job Summary: The After School Group Leader is responsible for the overall safety, development, management, organization and planning of their group. This includes integrated educational projects, recreation, arts and crafts and group building activities. Major Duties: * Overall supervision and management of identified group of participants. * Engage participants in after school activities and role model appropriate behavior. * Ensure safety of participants at all times. * As needed, engage in outreach activities to ensure attendance and participation. * Provide support to activity instructors and other group leaders. * Develop and facilitate a sequenced and thematic curriculum and other various activities including arts & crafts. Curriculum should promote creativity, self-expression, opportunity for mastery, and emotional growth and future focus/career exploration as well as professional growth. * Integrate lessons enriched with literacy, history and other related academic subjects when applicable. * Develop positive relationships with participants, colleagues and school/center personnel. * Attends all staff meetings and staff development trainings sessions, as specified (including Saturday and evening trainings). * Assist with monitoring and maintaining the rules of the program and upholding the afterschool model. * Plan and prepare culminating events for participants to showcase their activities. * Ensure participants are prepared and able to illustrate what they learned in culminating events. * Assist with organizing parent family culminating engagement events. * Engage with parents and guardians as necessary in a professional manner. * Discuss behavior problems , safety concerns and situations with supervisor as they emerge, and completing necessary documentation and paperwork. * Mandated Reporter. * Resolve conflict within your group while seeking assistance from other staff, supervisors and directors when necessary. * Foster a positive youth development approach focusing on , strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, independence, generosity, mastery safety, and community to participants. * Supervise support staff assigned to your group (including but not limited to assistant group leader, interns, volunteers, etc.). * Track and support participant’s development and growth areas. Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ participant’s academic success. * Responsible for the safe arrival and dismissal of all program participants. * Demonstrate effective classroom management skills. * Inspect all facilities, equipment, and supplies and be sure all are locked away securely at the end of each day. * Available to work during holidays and OST days (13-15 days). * Maintain all required records for your group, including attendance.. * Maintain strict adherence to policies and procedures at all times. * Participate in afterschool events and trips. * Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Must be at least 18 years old. * High School/ GED Diploma and 1 year related experience in leading and participating in youth group development related activities required. * Experience building a camp culture through chants, team building activities, and community building preferred. * Can contribute a talent or experience in arts, music, crafts, etc. a plus. * A commitment to working with youth from a variety of backgrounds, while providing high quality services. * Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description Title: Group Leader Reports To: Program Director, Prince Joshua Avitto Community Center Location: 876 Schenck Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11207 Hours: Up to 20 hours/Week; Non-Exempt; Schedule: School Year / September - June / Monday - Friday, 2pm to 6pm Salary: $17.50 - $18.50 / hour Job Summary: The After School Group Leader is responsible for the overall safety, development, management, organization and planning of their group. This includes integrated educational projects, recreation, arts and crafts and group building activities. Major Duties: * Overall supervision and management of identified group of participants. * Engage participants in after school activities and role model appropriate behavior. * Ensure safety of participants at all times. * As needed, engage in outreach activities to ensure attendance and participation. * Provide support to activity instructors and other group leaders. * Develop and facilitate a sequenced and thematic curriculum and other various activities including arts & crafts. Curriculum should promote creativity, self-expression, opportunity for mastery, and emotional growth and future focus/career exploration as well as professional growth. * Integrate lessons enriched with literacy, history and other related academic subjects when applicable. * Develop positive relationships with participants, colleagues and school/center personnel. * Attends all staff meetings and staff development trainings sessions, as specified (including Saturday and evening trainings). * Assist with monitoring and maintaining the rules of the program and upholding the afterschool model. * Plan and prepare culminating events for participants to showcase their activities. * Ensure participants are prepared and able to illustrate what they learned in culminating events. * Assist with organizing parent family culminating engagement events. * Engage with parents and guardians as necessary in a professional manner. * Discuss behavior problems , safety concerns and situations with supervisor as they emerge, and completing necessary documentation and paperwork. * Mandated Reporter. * Resolve conflict within your group while seeking assistance from other staff, supervisors and directors when necessary. * Foster a positive youth development approach focusing on , strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, independence, generosity, mastery safety, and community to participants. * Supervise support staff assigned to your group (including but not limited to assistant group leader, interns, volunteers, etc.). * Track and support participant’s development and growth areas. Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ participant’s academic success. * Responsible for the safe arrival and dismissal of all program participants. * Demonstrate effective classroom management skills. * Inspect all facilities, equipment, and supplies and be sure all are locked away securely at the end of each day. * Available to work during holidays and OST days (13-15 days). * Maintain all required records for your group, including attendance.. * Maintain strict adherence to policies and procedures at all times. * Participate in afterschool events and trips. * Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Must be at least 18 years old. * High School/ GED Diploma and 1 year related experience in leading and participating in youth group development related activities required. * Experience building a camp culture through chants, team building activities, and community building preferred. * Can contribute a talent or experience in arts, music, crafts, etc. a plus. * A commitment to working with youth from a variety of backgrounds, while providing high quality services. * Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job Description Title: Group Leader Reports To: Program Director, MS 363 Location: 120 East 184th Street, Bronx, NY 10468 Hours: Up to 20 hours/Week; Non-Exempt; Schedule: School Year / September - June / Monday - Friday, 2pm to 6pm Salary: $17.50 - $18.50/ hour Job Summary: The After School Group Leader is responsible for the overall safety, development, management, organization and planning of their group. This includes integrated educational projects, recreation, arts and crafts and group building activities. Major Duties: * Overall supervision and management of identified group of participants. * Engage participants in after school activities and role model appropriate behavior. * Ensure safety of participants at all times. * As needed, engage in outreach activities to ensure attendance and participation. * Provide support to activity instructors and other group leaders. * Develop and facilitate a sequenced and thematic curriculum and other various activities including arts & crafts. Curriculum should promote creativity, self-expression, opportunity for mastery, and emotional growth and future focus/career exploration as well as professional growth. * Integrate lessons enriched with literacy, history and other related academic subjects when applicable. * Develop positive relationships with participants, colleagues and school/center personnel. * Attends all staff meetings and staff development trainings sessions, as specified (including Saturday and evening trainings). * Assist with monitoring and maintaining the rules of the program and upholding the afterschool model. * Plan and prepare culminating events for participants to showcase their activities. * Ensure participants are prepared and able to illustrate what they learned in culminating events. * Assist with organizing parent family culminating engagement events. * Engage with parents and guardians as necessary in a professional manner. * Discuss behavior problems , safety concerns and situations with supervisor as they emerge, and completing necessary documentation and paperwork. * Mandated Reporter. * Resolve conflict within your group while seeking assistance from other staff, supervisors and directors when necessary. * Foster a positive youth development approach focusing on , strength’s-based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, independence, generosity, mastery safety, and community to participants. * Supervise support staff assigned to your group (including but not limited to assistant group leader, interns, volunteers, etc.). * Track and support participant’s development and growth areas. Engage and facilitate group conversations, tracking and supporting students’ participant’s academic success. * Responsible for the safe arrival and dismissal of all program participants. * Demonstrate effective classroom management skills. * Inspect all facilities, equipment, and supplies and be sure all are locked away securely at the end of each day. * Available to work during holidays and OST days (13-15 days). * Maintain all required records for your group, including attendance.. * Maintain strict adherence to policies and procedures at all times. * Participate in afterschool events and trips. * Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Must be at least 18 years old. * High School/ GED Diploma and 1 year related experience in leading and participating in youth group development related activities required. * Experience building a camp culture through chants, team building activities, and community building preferred. * Can contribute a talent or experience in arts, music, crafts, etc. a plus. * A commitment to working with youth from a variety of backgrounds, while providing high quality services. * Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth and family development and trauma-informed perspective.

Job DescriptionDescription: Do you have talents to share, and want to make an impact on the lives of children? We’re inviting people with passion and enthusiasm to join our School Age Child Care team, where you’ll have the opportunity to motivate, inspire, and make a difference. At the Y, we’re strengthening communities through our mission, core values, and a culture of service. Join us! • Do you like to play sports? Lead games and teach teamwork to our young athletes!, • Do you like art? Lead arts and crafts projects for our young artists!, • Do you like teaching? Provide homework help for our young students!, • Do you like music? Sing songs or lead dance with our young musicians! POSITION SUMMARY: The Group Leader is responsible for assisting the Site Supervisor in the day to day operations of the School Age After Care program site for which he/she is hired. The Group Leader provides a high level of supervision for the children in his/her care and leads or assists with activities as directed by the Site Supervisor. The Group Leader works as part of a team to ensure that a safe and caring environment is provided for all children at all times. SALARY: $16.01 p/h Requirements: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Lead and ensure the safety of all children of assigned group by following the supervision standards in the Code of Conduct and Licensing Requirements. Maintain constant head/face counts when transitioning between activities. Provide restroom supervision and ensure children wash their hands after using the rest room., • Lead and support the implementation of program activities including running games and physical activities, helping with snack and providing homework support as assigned. Use resources available to deliver activities that meet the purpose and vision of the Y Program and according to assigned curriculum., • Follow YMCA protocols for dealing with First-Aid and emergency situations. Participate in monthly safety drills., • Use positive group management techniques. Anticipate and deal with behavior problems in accordance with YMCA’s Discipline and Expulsion Policy., • Build professional relationships with children, their families and school personnel., • Represent the YMCA in a positive manner in all interactions, including participants and their families, and school personnel. Function as a positive role model and set a positive example through behavior., • Maintain a clean and sanitary program environment by ensuring supplies, equipment and tables are cleaned before and after snack or activities. Assist with snack set up/clean up. Ensure children wash their hands before snack. Report any maintenance issues, or supply and equipment needs to the Site Supervisor., • Ensure the health and comfort of all children is maintained by providing attentive and hygienic care for children if they soil themselves, including changing soiled underwear or disposable training pants, including regular diaper changes as needed, ensuring cleanliness, following proper diaper-changing techniques to maintain the child’s health and comfort. Follow YMCA protocols for changing soiled underwear and disposable training pants., • Adhere to sanitation and health guidelines as required by the licensing or authorizing agency (ies) and Metro Y policies and procedures., • Promote Y Programs and Camps to families. Assist with planning and implementation of special events, including Annual Campaign., • Attend all YMCA training and meetings as requested. Maintain certifications necessary for the position throughout the program., • High School Diploma, college credits/degree in Education preferred., • Basic understanding of youth development principles., • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communication with all levels including staff, parents and school staff., • Ability to problem solve and take initiative that adhere to the purpose, mission and goals of the YMCA., • Ability to relate to children and develop professional, positive relationships with youth., • 1-3 year’s experience leading group activities., • Ability to work as part of a team, as a role model and take initiative to identify potential risk factors and take measures to reduce them., • First-Aid, CPR and AED certification may be required. Must be capable of being on your feet for long periods and be able to actively supervise children in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. Must be capable of bending, kneeling, squatting and lifting 30 pounds. Must be able to visually account for all children in the program, whether inside or outside. Must be able to hear whistle or alarms. Clear speaking voice is needed to command control of group.

Job Description Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing. CAMBA’s Flagstone Family Center provides comprehensive case management services to 160 families who are in a Tier II transitional residence program for homeless families. The facility consists of eight (8) four (4) story walk up apartment buildings on the east and west sides of the street. There will be two main entrances: one for the east side of the street and one for the west. Each building contains 20 apartments of varying sizes, each fully self-contained. Position: Recreation Aide Reports To: Supervisor I (Recreation) Location: 196 Amboy Street, Brooklyn, NY11212 What The Recreation Aide Does: • Assist with the teaching of physical education, arts and crafts, performing arts, music, sports, ADL or other recreational activities., • Help plan, coordinate and facilitate social and/or peer support events for clients., • Organize, and co-facilitate group community activities., • Assist with the design and production of aesthetic visuals for public spaces of the shelter which reflect cultural, seasonal and programmatic themes., • Communicate effectively with clients, CAMBA staff, and community members and with funders., • Track and keep records of equipment and supplies used., • Ensure that recreation facilities and equipment are used properly., • Monitor clients' progress toward their goals (dates achieved) and document via progress notes., • Market the program in order to recruit clients., • Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports., • May conduct initial and ongoing assessments of clients’ situations and needs., • May prepare marketing materials for the program., • May create and maintain client files., • May input client data and client progress information into automated database., • Must obtain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance, The Register of Substantiated Category One Cases of Abuse or Neglect aka Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance and Criminal history information checks via fingerprinting with New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services prior to start of employment. Status: Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays. CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. Powered by JazzHR 4mQJ4zDlhR

Job Description Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing. CAMBA’s Magnolia House Women's Shelter is located in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn serves 200 single women at any given time. The majority of these clients are diagnosed with mental illness, some dually with chemical addictions. Position: PT Recreation Aide Reports To: Recreation Coordinator Location: 1424 Herkimer Street, Brooklyn, NY 11233 What the PT Recreation Aide Does: • Assist with the development of recreational program content., • Organize and lead activities planned to enhance the social development of individual group members., • Maintain professional relationships with clients and maintain client confidentiality., • Assist with the teaching of physical education, arts and crafts, performing arts, music, sports, ADL or other recreational activities., • Help plan, coordinate and facilitate social and/or peer support events for clients., • Organize, and co-facilitate group community activities., • Assist with the design and production of aesthetic visuals for public spaces of the shelter which reflect cultural, seasonal and programmatic themes., • Communicate effectively with clients, CAMBA staff, community members and with funders., • Track and keep records of equipment and supplies used., • Ensure that recreation facilities and equipment are used properly., • Monitor clients' progress toward their goals (dates achieved) and document via progress notes., • Market the program in order to recruit clients. Status: Part-time CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. Powered by JazzHR fbSNgDWbpH