What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUMMER RISING YOUTH WORKER position at Community Mediation Services Inc.?
SUMMER RISING YOUTH WORKER- SONYC SUMMER RISING PROGRAM
Located in Far Rockaway, NY
Assist in the operations of the after-school program
- Assist in the management of the after-school program, as well as the proper functioning of all activities
- Perform regular student recruitment and outreach
- Facilitate groups and activities for students (i.e.- computer lab, Academic Support, snack, etc.) as needed
- Plan/submit weekly lesson plans that support engaging activities
- Monitor the needs of the program while working closely with the Site Director and Sr. Program Director
- Chaperone students during field trips
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and logs, and input into an online database
- Provide effective behavior management of students in accordance with program policies
- Monitor clients' progress w/in, school and program environment
- Communicate regularly with program participants, parents, and school staff through phone contacts, meetings and written correspondence
Comply with all record-keeping & documentation requirements
- Maintain daily attendance and enrollment for all participants (logs/ DYCD online)
- Maintain all required program logs (fire drill, incident, recruitment etc.) and submit injury reports within specified timeframes
- Ensure compliance with all required documents & deadlines (lesson plans, logs, injury logs)
Participate as a member of the CMS team
- Adherence to CMS policies and procedures
- Model professionalism and the founding principles of CMS
- Enhance community awareness of the program by participating in networking and community-based activities
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential referral sources
- Share knowledge of existing resources and contribute new ideas
- Participate in unit initiatives and agency-wide committees
- Partner with other CMS programs (i.e.- workshops)
- Meet with the Coordinator monthly for supervision
Qualifications & position requirements
- Minimum H.S. Diploma required (BA or BA student preferred)
- 1-2 years of prior experience in the youth development field
- Must be able to work effectively with a team
- Commitment to the empowerment of students
- Focus on providing fun, engaging, instructional activities for students
- Participate in ongoing training as required for SACC license and professional development needs
- Bilingual needed (Spanish, Hindi, Creole)
- Must be willing to travel
- Work in-person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18
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