What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Group Leader - Compass position at Good Shepherd Services?
Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success. At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference!
Overview
JOB SUMMARY: The Assistant Group Leader supports and assists staff in carrying out all planned enrichment and recreational activities for after school program Brooklyn.
TITLE: Assistant Group Leader (Compass)
After School at The Brooklyn Scholars Charter School
REPORTS TO: Program Director
LOCATION: 2635 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11208
HOURS: Up to 18 Hours Per Week: Non-Exempt
Salary: $16/hr
MAJOR DUTIES:
- Assist with all lessons and activities, including sports and recreation, educational support and arts and craft.
- Collect attendance folder and other data as necessary
- Distribute lunches and snacksmeals and assist with clean-up
- Work with after-school program staff in carrying out special activities for the program.
- Monitor and supervise youth participants, reinforcing the rules of the program and upholding the afterschool model.
- Support activity instructor(s) with lessons.
- Collaborate with group leader to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
- Follows all GSS, DYCD and SACC regulations.
- Manage relevant materials and equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability and willingness to work in a dynamic team environment.
- Must demonstrate reliable and consistent work habits, and enthusiasm and active observation, and ability to work with other youths.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability and willingness to work in a dynamic team environment are necessary.
- Must have a commitment to work from a strength based and/or youth development perspective.
Additional Information
Good Shepherd Services 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.
Good Shepherd Services 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.
We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.
Salary : $16
