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Job Description The Children’s Waiver Service Program: provides an array of individualized services that maintain the child in the community, by reducing the need for residential treatment and hospitalization of children with a serious emotional disturbance, developmental disability, medical fragility. WSP position is held on a per diem bases. Services are rendered on evenings and weekends Description: The Waiver Service Provider (WSP) will provide services to enrich and improve the life of the enrolled child. Waiver services can be offered to the child, the caregivers, and other involved family members. Services are held primarily in the child’s home and or community. Level 1 Services: • Community Habilitation Services: Covers Face- Face services and supports related to the child’s acquisition, maintenance, and enhancement of skills necessary to perform activities to Daily Living Skills, • Respite Services offers the family some personal time off where the child goes into the community. The WSP will engage in activities which foster the child's various service goals, • Caregiver Family Supports and Services offers the family/caregiver concrete services as well as education on resources available to them to enhance the child's interaction with other children, family members and people in the community Level 2 Services: • Prevocational Services are designed to prepare youth 14 and over to engage in paid work, volunteer work or career exploration, • Supportive Employment Service support employment services aids participants as they perform in a work setting Level 3 Services • Community Self Advocacy Training and Supports provides family, caregiver and collateral contacts education, techniques and resources to better respond to the child’s behavior and diagnosis in and out of the community Qualification: Level 1 A minimum of a High School diploma with experience serving children with disabilities in a professional or personal capacity Level 2 All level one requirement in addition to an Associate's degree plus 1 years of experience working with young adults Level 3 Master's degree in Education Social Work, Psychology or Human Services field with 1 year of applicable experience or a Bachelor's degree with 2 of applicable experience Covid vaccine a must Excellent written, computer literacy (all major software) and verbal communication skills

Job Description JOB TITLE: Recreational Specialist FLSA: Non-exempt DIVISION: Services REPORTS TO: Program Director LOCATION: Briarwood, NY SALARY: $36,000.00-$40,000.00 SUMMARY: The Recreational Specialist will work as a team member to create and support recreational activities for men living within our homeless shelter. This position reports to Program Director to ensure that all activities are appropriate and meet the needs of the clients. Proof of COVID-19 vaccinations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Works as a team member to provide academic, recreational and social skills programming to the men in the Shelter. * Creates a group environment that promotes and expects positive behavioral norms. Helps create a safe-haven for youth living within the homeless shelter setting. * Develops and implements age appropriate activities and programs. * Documents monthly participation and outcomes; analyzes results and prepares recommendations. * Participates in initial training, ongoing staff development and supervision. * Maintains proper safety standards in regards to the health of participants in all programs. * Ensures that the recreational space is clean and well maintained. * Other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED required, College degree preferred. Previous experience working with children and/or young adults is essential. Experience working with low-income population preferred. Must enjoy the challenges involved with working with youth who may present a number of academic and social deficits. Upbeat, engaging personality is desirable. Program hours include afternoons, evenings, some weekends and holidays. Must be computer savvy. A clean/valid NYS Driver’s License is required. Must be able to pass child abuse screening and criminal background check. AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS: Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE) OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA): The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards. Powered by JazzHR blIidr2OJ8

Job Description About the Role The Youth Counselor will be primarily responsible for building healthy relationships with each person supported and providing adequate care, safety, custody, control and counseling with the aim of allowing the youth to become a productive member of society. What You’ll Do • Provides direct supervision and be accountable for whereabouts of persons always supported., • LSP only: Utilize mechanical restraints to transport youth between sectors of the home., • Works closely with representatives from the Department of Education to ensure safety during educational enrichment., • Intervenes during emergencies or altercations to ensure the safety of all youth., • Managed persons supported behavior utilizing the principles of the MYSI Model with the goal of teaching the young people to make positive, lasting changes in their behavior., • Implements daily living routines, schedules and procedures., • Assures the safety of the persons supported and maintains security, • Ensures high standard of sanitary conditions throughout the house including heavy cleaning and laundry., • Participates in the planning and execution of educational, recreational, and personal enrichment activities., • Participates in ongoing meetings, conferences, training programs as required., • Interacts and communicates with Rising Ground staff in matters related to, but not limited to, the needs of the residents and the program, in general., • Attend all mandatory training required by ACS, OCFS and the Agency., • Responsible for adhering to all ACS, OCFS and agency regulations., • Uphold rules, repertoire of responses, confrontation techniques, application of the restriction system, negotiating restrictions, Force Fields, utilization of Safe Crisis Management techniques when necessary., • Manages the peer group, understands peer group dynamics, promotes and maintains a positive peer group culture., • Attention to and support of medical issues, student educational needs, casework, clinical appointments, etc. Monitors persons supported in Family Court., • Completes log reports, complete behavior assessment reports, and submits documentation, incident reports., • Informs the Case Planner and supervisors of any issues related to the youth or their families as they become aware of such information, • Ability to work various hours and days of the week, • Performs other duties as assigned Your Qualifications • High School Diploma + 3 Years of Direct Services in Mental Health or Juvenile Justice Programming, • Associate’s degree + 2 Years of Direct Services in Mental Health or Juvenile Justice Programming, • Bachelor’s Degree + 1 Year of Direct Services in Mental Health or Juvenile Justice Programming, • Valid NYS Driver’s License required., • Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills in order to maintain required documentation, • Must have a commitment to work from a strength based and/or youth development and trauma-informed perspective, • Commitment to the mission and values of Rising Ground, • Must be able to pass required Safe Crisis Management (SCM) and recertify annually, • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility: No Work Environment: Work locations are at an assigned juvenile justice facility throughout the five boroughs. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a 40-hour nonexempt position. Mandatory overtime is to be expected based on the needs of the program on various shifts. This is not a work from home position. Staff are paid for 8 hours straight time and are expected to eat with residents during mealtimes. Travel (if required): None- Program travel is only during program hours. Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to complete all standard administrative and support tasks including but not limited to climbing up and down stairs, operation of computers/phones/fax/printer/copy machine, and the ability to lift boxes, furniture, and equipment up to 30lbs. Must be able to travel from the various locations and sites of Rising Ground. Ability to perform physical restraint of youth using approved restraint techniques. Physical clearances are required and reevaluated annually. Additional Requirements: • Authorized to work in the U.S., • Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week., • Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required) Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual’s perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Job Description RECREATION COORDINATOR We are excited to invite a passionate and experienced Recreation Coordinator to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for an experienced Recreation Coordinator for our Families w/ Children facility located in the Jamaica area of Queens, NY. As the Recreation Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in our organization, leading afternoon/evening activities that enrich, educate, and bring much-needed fun to our children. Our facility has a recreation group for elementary school children as young as 5 years old, a middle school group, and a teen group. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve. ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS: Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC. Our family residences are more than just a place to sleep. Families can make the most of their stay through accessing an array of onsite programs. Many of these programs are also available to people living in the local community. Our goal is to have a positive impact so families can thrive long after they leave our shelters. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Organize, attend, and supervise field trips., • Coordinate and supervise team games and sporting events., • Lead arts & crafts projects., • Ensure the safety and engagement of children in assigned activities., • Assist with events, fairs, holiday events, and theatrical plays., • Provide schedule flexibility, including the ability to provide coverage for occasional evening & weekend trips/events as needed., • Additional duties and projects as assigned by the Assistant Director of Afterschool., • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred., • Knowledge in creative areas such as dance, ceramics, or art is preferred., • Experience leading activities with children or teens., • Competency in youth development and childcare., • A desire to work with children in a recreational setting., • Group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills., • Ability to communicate and work effectively and respectfully with people from all walks of life. COMPENSATION/EEO: In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, full-time permanent employees are eligible for excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks vacation, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid holidays. Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law. TIME SHIFT: 10:30am - 6:30pm OR 11am - 7pm SALARY: $36,000

Job Description Job Summary: To ensure all daily living needs and essential treatment services are provided to youth. This involves the implementation of following and adhering to all program scheduling, policies and procedures and staff utilizing Therapeutic Crisis Interventions (TCI) in all programs components and interactions. Job Responsibilities: • Maintain shift coverage and primary supervision and support of residential clients., • Set and contribute to a safe, dignified, orderly atmosphere by enforcing program rules, policies, and procedures., • Respond appropriately to emergencies including contacting appropriate staff and supervisors, interacting with police, fire, and medical personnel as needed. Preparing/serving resident meals as needed. • Maintain thorough and accurate records, files, correspondence, and statistics; Complete necessary documentation (both hand-written and computer based/data entry) in a timely, accurate, complete, and legible manner., • May include notations in the shelter log, bed roster, incident reports, late arrivals, sign-in sheets, showers and laundry schedules, and any other forms used or directed by a supervisor., • Conduct regular rounds of the facility. Rounds include inspecting client living quarters, bathrooms, common rooms, building entrances and exits., • Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients and staff; Respond to client requests; Observe and adhere to client confidentiality standards., • Ensure effective communication of priority information to all necessary staff and shifts; Participate in staff and shift change meetings as required. Qualifications: Candidate must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Computer skills, written and oral skills are required. Bi-lingual preferred. *Candidates must also be flexible to work all shifts including at least one weekend day. Work Environment: This position is based at one of our Transitional Independent Living (TIL) Facilities; Residential programs for Runaway/Homeless youth between the ages 16-20 or our Homeless Young Adults HYA); A Residential Program for Homeless young males between the ages 21-24 (HYA). Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This position is in a 24/7 program. Additionally, evening and weekend hours will be required. Available shifts are based on program need: Shift Hours: 2 Morning shifts 7am-3pm, 2 Evening shifts 3pm-11pm, 2 Overnight Awake Shifts 11am- 7am *Shifts will be assigned after completion of TCI & NEO (New Employee Orientation) Travel (if required): Occasionally Physical Requirements: Must be able to pass Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), including the physical portion. Other Duties: • Act as a role model - guiding clients and facilitating appropriate behavior about daily living skills, self-care, personal interaction, social relationships, and constructive time management., • Maintain and promote a cooperative, harmonious, teamwork environment, interacting with clients and staff in a professional and courteous manner., • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual’s perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Job DescriptionBACKGROUND Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Job Summary Care Management is a service model whereby all of an individual's caregivers communicate and interface so that the patient's needs are addressed in a comprehensive manner. This is done primarily through a "care manager" who oversees and provides access to all of the services an individual needs to assure that they receive everything necessary to prevent hospitalizations, stay healthy, and maintain stability. Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: • Four weeks’ vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans, • Flexible Schedule, • Opportunities for educational scholarships Major Responsibilities / Activities:, • Build relationships with up to 20 young people., • Provide ongoing social/emotional support., • Work 1:1 with young people to develop individualized academic and career development goals based on their interests and strengths and take measurable steps towards their goals., • Connect young people to quality schools, programs, resources, and opportunities in line with their goals., • Help young people persist in these settings, navigate any challenges that arise, celebrate successes, and plan/prepare for the next step on their journey., • Visit the young people’s school to build relationships with the school personnel and to obtain report cards., • Should a youth not be successful in any particular school/program setting, Coaches help young people reflect on the experience and work with them to set new goals and transition to the next opportunity., • Collaborate with Case Planners, Tutors, Specialists, and foster/birth parents, as needed, to help youth achieve their goals and ensure their overall well-being., • Connect young people to peer group supports and build positive relationships., • Ensure young people who are aging out can access and maintain stable, affordable housing and build independent living skills., • Participating in multidisciplinary clinical team meetings, as needed., • Accompanying youth to appointment as necessary., • Participating in case conferences, as scheduled and needed., • Other duties as assigned.Minimum Requirements, • A Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience working with at-risk or system-involved young people; or an Associate’s or accredited vocational degree, and 3+ years of working with at-risk or system-involved young people., • Skills and competencies including, but not limited to, oral and written communication, and interpersonal engagement with a child/youth focus., • Open to learning how to use and interpret data to inform decision-making., • Ability to effectively collaborate in team settings and build relationships with external partners., • Ability to use Motivational Interviewing techniques., • Ability to facilitate therapeutic peer groups., • Ability to work from a strength-based, trauma-informed, youth development lens., • Compassionate, patient, and empathetic., • A love for working with young people., • Strong ability to relate to young people, engage them in conversation, and provide support and encouragement., • Values and promotes diversity., • A belief that change is possible., • Able to maintain healthy boundaries., • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including evenings and some weekends as well as the ability to be reached outside of a 9-5 office schedule., • Ability to travel in and around the metropolitan New York City region., • Ability to maintain composure and function well under stress., • Compliance with required background checks., • Bilingual French Preferred Salary Range: Bachelors - $27.477/hr - $28.57/hr Bachelors (Bilingual)- $28.57/hr - $29.67/hr Masters - $28.02/hr - $31.59/hr Masters (Bilingual) - $29.12/hr - $32.69/hr Masters (Bilingual & License) - $35.43/hr Location: 6735 112th St, Forest Hills, NY 11375 Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job Description NURSERY GROUP TEACHER We are excited to invite a warm, nurturing, and attentive Nursery Group Teacher to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for a Nursery Group Teacher to care for a classroom of young children, ages 12 to 24 months, in the Early Childhood Education Center at our Families w/ Children facility located in the Jamaica area of Queens, NY. In this role, you will support infant/young toddlers by meeting their developmental needs through responsive caregiving, play, and early learning activities. This position is per diem, working as needed without a fixed schedule. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve. ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS: Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC. Our family residences are more than just a place to sleep. Families can make the most of their stay through accessing an array of onsite programs. Many of these programs are also available to people living in the local community. Our goal is to have a positive impact so families can thrive long after they leave our shelters. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Collaborate with the program director on daily lesson planning and curriculum development., • Create and maintain a child-centered, literacy-focused learning environment., • Supervise children at all times, ensuring their safety and well-being., • Provide developmentally appropriate educational, physical, and hygienic care., • Assist with the day-to-day maintenance and organization of the classroom., • Complete administrative tasks, including answering phones, processing enrollment forms, tracking children’s progress, and preparing reports., • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must meet one of the following: • Hold an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education; or, • Hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and have a study plan to obtain an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education within 7 years; or, • Hold a high school diploma, have 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education, and have a study plan to obtain an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education within 7 years; or, • Hold a high school diploma and have 5 years of supervised experience in an infant-toddler classroom (if currently employed in a program); or, • Ability to work an as-needed, per diem schedule., • Ability to lift 40 pounds or more., • Ability to sit on the floor, bend, and pick up children throughout an eight-hour shift., • Ability to safely monitor active children, including sudden standing, walking, moving, and lifting. COMPENSATION/EEO: In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, full-time permanent employees are eligible for excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks vacation, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid holidays. Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law. HOURLY RATE: $20.88

Job Description Group Leader - Afterschool Program PS 42: 488 Beach 66th Street Queens, NY 11692 We hire for this position in Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Manhattan. Openings vary across 30+ sites throughout the school year. Our complete list is at nyjtl.org/aces-sites About New York Junior Tennis & Learning For over fifty years, New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) has honored its founder Arthur Ashe’s legacy by celebrating the diversity of children, encouraging them to reach their highest potential through free tennis and academic programs. NYJTL is the largest provider of youth tennis and education programs in the nation, providing services in 100 unique sites across all five boroughs while reaching nearly 90,000 kids. In addition, NYJTL designed, funded (with NYC), built and operates the Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning in the South Bronx. All NYJTL community tennis and after school programs are offered at no cost to its participants. The mission of NYJTL is to develop the character of young people through tennis and education for a lifetime of success on and off the court. It believes life skills gained through tennis, academics, healthy living, and character development are a catalyst for long-term achievement. Position Summary The Group Leader is the primary frontline staff responsible for supervising and engaging a group of children or youth in a DYCD-funded after-school program. The Group Leader ensures safety, leads activities, supports homework time, and builds positive relationships with participants and families. Core Responsibilities Supervision & Safety • Provide active supervision of assigned group(typically 15–20 participants), maintaining required ratios at all times., • Oversee transitions, bathroom breaks, trips, and dismissal according to program safety procedures., • Implement emergency procedures and complete incident reports as required. Program Delivery & Youth Engagement • Lead or co-lead activities including homework help, enrichment, recreation, and SEL activities, using lesson plans provided by the Education Specialist/Activity Specialists., • Create a welcoming, inclusive group environment that supports positive youth development., • Use positive behavior management strategies, restorative approaches, and de-escalation techniques., • Encourage youth voice, leadership, and teamwork. Communication & Relationships • Build supportive, respectful relationships with youth and serve as a positive role model., • Communicate with parents/guardians during pick-up and as directed by program leadership., • Share observations and concerns about youth behavior, attendance, or academic needs with supervisors., • Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and planning sessions. Documentation & Compliance • Take accurate daily attendance and assist with sign-in/sign-out procedures., • Support maintenance of organized group binders, behavior logs, and other program documentation., • Follow all program, agency, and DYCD policies regarding safety, confidentiality, and mandated reporting. Qualifications Required: • High school diploma or GED., • Available during after-school hours, 2:00pm - 6:00pm, (20 hours per week not inclusive of meetings); Monday-Friday during the school year and some school holidays, • 1+years' experience working with school-age children or youth (after-school, camp, school, or community setting)., • Ability to manage and engage a group independently., • Reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions and procedures., • Some college coursework, especially in Education, Youth Development, or related fields., • Experience in a DYCD-funded COMPASS/SONYC or similar NYC after-school program., • Bilingual language skills. Job Type • Part Time, • Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 6:00pm Salary • PS 42: 488 Beach 66th Street Queens, NY Please click "Apply" below or visit our careers page at nyjtl.org to complete an application. Thank you! NYJTL values the diversity of the people we hire and inspire. Diversity at our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We center equity in all our work and in our hiring practices.

Job Description Summer Activity Specialist – Afterschool Program We hire for this position in Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Manhattan. Openings vary across 30+ sites throughout the school year. Our complete list is at nyjtl.org/aces-sites About New York Junior Tennis & Learning For over fifty years, New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) has honored its founder Arthur Ashe’s legacy by celebrating the diversity of children, encouraging them to reach their highest potential through free tennis and academic programs. NYJTL is the largest provider of youth tennis and education programs in the nation, providing services in 100 unique sites across all five boroughs while reaching nearly 90,000 kids. In addition, NYJTL designed, funded (with NYC), built and operates the Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning in the South Bronx. All NYJTL community tennis and after school programs are offered at no cost to its participants. The mission of NYJTL is to develop the character of young people through tennis and education for a lifetime of success on and off the court. It believes life skills gained through tennis, academics, healthy living, and character development are a catalyst for long-term achievement. Position Summary The Activity Specialist plans and leads high-quality, project-based activities in a specific content area (e.g., arts, STEM, sports, dance, leadership, media, etc.) for participants in a DYCD-funded after-school program. The Activity Specialist creates engaging, age-appropriate experiences that build skills, promote creativity, and support positive youth development. Summer Program Dates July 1 – August 14, 2026 (Mandatory training and orientation will take place in June) Schedule: Monday through Friday Shifts scheduled between 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Up to 35–40 hours per week (8-hour days, including lunch) • Elementary School Program: runs through August 14 Continued employment into the school year (September–June) is preferred but not required. Core Responsibilities • Complete 15 hours of professional development each calendar year., • Attend all meetings, training workshops and special events as required, inclusive of those outside of program hours., • Design and implement sequential, project-based units and lesson plans in assigned specialty area., • Align activities with program goals, youth interests, and DYCD/COMPASS-SONYC frameworks., • Integrate social-emotional learning, teamwork, and youth leadership opportunities into activities., • Lead engaging, hands-on sessions that are inclusive and differentiated for various skill and grade levels., • Establish clear expectations, routines, and positive behavior supports., • Build strong relationships with youth; encourage participation, creativity, and persistence., • Collaborate with Group Leaders, Tutors, and site leadership to coordinate schedules and support youth needs., • Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and planning sessions., • Ensure youth safety and supervision at all times, following agency and DYCD policies., • Assist with attendance, sign-in/out, and other basic documentation as required., • Care for and inventory program equipment and supplies related to the specialty area. Qualifications Required: • Available during after-school hours, 2:00pm - 6:00pm, (20 hours per week not inclusive of meetings); Monday-Friday during the school year and some school holidays., • High school diploma or GED., • Demonstrated skills and experience in the specialty area (arts, STEM, sports, etc.)., • 2+years experience working with children or youth in group settings (after-school, camp, school, recreational program)., • Ability to plan structured activities and manage a group independently., • Some college coursework or degree in Education, Arts, Recreation, Youth Development, or related field., • Experience in a DYCD-funded program or NYC after-school setting., • Part Time, • $21.50 - 24.50 per hour Please click "Apply" below, or visit our careers page at nyjtl.org to complete an application. Thank you! NYJTL values the diversity of the people we hire and inspire. Diversity at our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We center equity in all our work and in our hiring practices.

Job Description Summer Group Leader - Afterschool Program We hire for this position in Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Manhattan. Openings vary across 30+ sites throughout the school year. Our complete list is at nyjtl.org/aces-sites About New York Junior Tennis & Learning For over fifty years, New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) has honored its founder Arthur Ashe’s legacy by celebrating the diversity of children, encouraging them to reach their highest potential through free tennis and academic programs. NYJTL is the largest provider of youth tennis and education programs in the nation, providing services in 100 unique sites across all five boroughs while reaching nearly 90,000 kids. In addition, NYJTL designed, funded (with NYC), built and operates the Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning in the South Bronx. All NYJTL community tennis and after school programs are offered at no cost to its participants. The mission of NYJTL is to develop the character of young people through tennis and education for a lifetime of success on and off the court. It believes life skills gained through tennis, academics, healthy living, and character development are a catalyst for long-term achievement. Position Summary The Group Leader is the primary frontline staff responsible for supervising and engaging a group of children or youth in a DYCD-funded after-school program. The Group Leader ensures safety, leads activities, supports homework time, and builds positive relationships with participants and families. Summer Program Dates July 1 – August 14, 2026 (Mandatory training and orientation will take place in June) Schedule: Monday through Friday Shifts scheduled between 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Up to 35–40 hours per week (8-hour days, including lunch) • Elementary School Program: runs through August 14 Continued employment into the school year (September 2026–June 2027) is preferred but not required. Core Responsibilities Supervision & Safety • Provide active supervision of assigned group(typically 15–20 participants), maintaining required ratios at all times., • Oversee transitions, bathroom breaks, trips, and dismissal according to program safety procedures., • Implement emergency procedures and complete incident reports as required. Program Delivery & Youth Engagement • Lead or co-lead activities including homework help, enrichment, recreation, and SEL activities, using lesson plans provided by the Education Specialist/Activity Specialists., • Create a welcoming, inclusive group environment that supports positive youth development., • Use positive behavior management strategies, restorative approaches, and de-escalation techniques., • Encourage youth voice, leadership, and teamwork. Communication & Relationships • Build supportive, respectful relationships with youth and serve as a positive role model., • Communicate with parents/guardians during pick-up and as directed by program leadership., • Share observations and concerns about youth behavior, attendance, or academic needs with supervisors., • Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and planning sessions. Documentation & Compliance • Take accurate daily attendance and assist with sign-in/sign-out procedures., • Support maintenance of organized group binders, behavior logs, and other program documentation., • Follow all program, agency, and DYCD policies regarding safety, confidentiality, and mandated reporting. Qualifications Required: • High school diploma or GED., • Available during after-school hours, 2:00pm - 6:00pm, (20 hours per week not inclusive of meetings); Monday-Friday during the school year and some school holidays, • 1+years' experience working with school-age children or youth (after-school, camp, school, or community setting)., • Ability to manage and engage a group independently., • Reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions and procedures., • Some college coursework, especially in Education, Youth Development, or related fields., • Experience in a DYCD-funded COMPASS/SONYC or similar NYC after-school program., • Bilingual language skills. Job Type • Part Time, • Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 6:00pm Salary • $18/hr - $20/hr Please click "Apply" below or visit our careers page at nyjtl.org to complete an application. Thank you! NYJTL values the diversity of the people we hire and inspire. Diversity at our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We center equity in all our work and in our hiring practices.

Job DescriptionSummary Job Description Provides direct casework services to children and their families as a member of an Independent Living team. Performs all activities and administrative tasks associated with handling a caseload in keeping with all ACS and OCFS regulations. Chairs Treatment Team Meeting. Field work that sometime requires you to drive residents/ family members in your vehicle. Some evening hours are required for parent conferences and home visits. About St. John’s Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John’s has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. St. John’s is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. Principal Responsibilities • Demonstrates fidelity to the agency’s service values and organizational imperatives., • Attend family/criminal court hearings on behalf of resident youth., • Attends monthly unit meetings with Director, caseworker and case aide of our other NSP program. Unit meetings provide a forum to discuss challenging cases, exchange treatment ideas and be updated by Director about new agency, ACS and OCFS policies., • Facilitates family team conferences to discuss progress and planning toward reunification/ independence., • Makes home visits at least once a month to discuss challenges, progress with parent/child visits and securement of community resources., • Provides direct casework services to families. Develops action plans with the assistance of the RTC/NSP/ NSD team., • Chairs Apartment Business Meeting (ABM) for RTC program resident youth., • Strongly advocates for residents/ families in securing community resources; trouble shoots in tenant/landlord conflicts, school placements, etc., • Timely compliance with all applicable social service-related regs/mandated paperwork and record keeping (OCFS, ACS, courts, etc.)., • Meets with youth at least twice a month to develop a trusting relationship, discuss progress of parent/child visits, school progress and adjustment to RTC/NSP/NSD program., • Attends, engages and advocates for youth at school conferences and IEP’s. Arranges transportation for parents to attend., • Writes psycho-socials and treatment reports based on collaboration with fellow team members. Develops a safety plan for youth., • Provides one-on-one counseling and trauma-informed casework, as needed, practice with individual youth., • Meets biweekly with supervisor and case aide to discuss treatment plans, progress, challenges and ideas., • Facilitates permanent connections for youth/assures family engagement whenever possible., • Explores clinical, educational, vocational and legal services, • Attends, engages and advocates for youth at school conferences and IEP’s. Arranges transportation for parents to attend., • Attends training sessions and transitional conferences at ACS and detention centers, • Develop effective working relations and cooperate with administrative team throughout the entire case management process., • Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications and Experience • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree required in Social Work or related field with one year experience in child welfare, • Clean NYS driver’s license and access to own personal car Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree preferred Travel Requirements This position offers a hybrid and in field schedule and requires significant travel throughout the five boroughs. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John’s Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement St. John’s Residence for Boys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

Job Description BACKGROUND: Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently. Job Description: Forestdale’s Strong Mothers Program helps mothers plan for a better future by making wise choices in parenting and sexual health. A sample of core services includes: parenting skills training to foster nurturing and secure attachment; counseling to help women find stable living environments (88% of our young women experience domestic violence); doula matching to help women with prenatal, labor, and post-natal support; and access to material resources for food and clothing. The program’s Clinical Supervisor enhances these behavioral health services by leading the provision of interventions to program participants who exhibit a history of trauma. S/he works with our current Strong Mothers staff to enhance our group education sessions curricula with more information on domestic violence, anger management, and trauma. The person in this role will use a participant-centered, trauma-informed approach to delivering care. S/he will also ensure agency standards of practice are upheld via clinical practice, crisis management, documentation/record-keeping, staff education, and government mandates. Major Responsibilities/Activities • Administratively lead, manage and coordinate behavioral health service components for participants in the program, • Ensure deliverables and outcomes are met for all Clinical Grants., • Provide clinical assessment scoring and interpretation of pre-/post-assessments., • Develop and revise curricula for psychotherapeutic DV/AM expansion workshop series., • Clinically and administratively supervise clinical staff, contracted clinicians, and interns for the Strong Mothers Program., • Facilitate psychotherapeutic workshop series on family violence and trauma., • Provide support in assessments, treatment planning, and advocacy for participants served through the Strong Mothers program., • Complete all documentation required for record keeping and family court., • Facilitate clinical case conference meetings for the program 2 times per month., • Assist in managing behavioral health crises for the program participants., • Participate in multidisciplinary program team meetings., • Other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements • LCSW, PhD, PsyD licensure, • 3+ years of work experience in social services, • Fluency in Spanish, • Ability to work as part of a team, • Ability to engage populations with a history of trauma, • Knowledge of or experience in working with families affected by domestic violence, • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills Masters/LMSW, LMFT, LMHC & Bilingual $72,000 - 80,000 Master's & LCSW & Bilingual $77,000 - $85,000 Location: 67- 35 112th St, Forest Hills, NY 11375 Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: • Four weeks’ vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans, • Flexible Schedule, • Opportunities for educational scholarships Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.