Assistant Group Leader

Assistant Group Leaders are caregivers for each child participant. The Assistant Group Leader is responsible for assisting the Group Leader with planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out activities and guiding participants in their personal growth and daily living skills.

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Group Lead

Days: Monday - Friday, except holidays and vacation weeks

Hours: Up to 20 hours per week, Generally 1:30 - 5:30PM plus weekly staff meeting after program hours

Location: 158 and 176 East 115th Street, New York, NY 10029 (Note: Will also involve working in Jefferson and Washington Houses)

Public Transit: 6 train to 116th Street or M116 to Third Avenue

Pay: $15/hour

Anticipated Start: November 2023

Essential Job Functions:

1. Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of participants in their camper group within activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes. Apply basic youth development principles in working with participants through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment of youth. Assure participants are properly supervised at all times. Be aware of and implement safety guidelines.

2. Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for participants within the mission and outcomes. Responsible for assisting with the teaching of activities. Actively participate in all program areas as assigned. Assist Group Leader with providing for a progression of activities within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities. Assist Group Leader with designing and leading weekly field trips. Assist in program areas such as cycling, fitness, gardening, photography, nature adventures, and all other after school activities, as directed.

3. Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for participants and staff. Provide the daily care of each participant within your supervision including recognition of personal health needs. Ensure that participants are directed to the Group Leader in the event of an emergency or medical situation. Be alert to participants needs and report personal and/or health problems to the Group Leader; discuss with programs director when appropriate. Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to Group Leader.

4. Be a role model to participants and staff in your attitude and behavior. Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures. Set a good example to participants and others in regard to general after school procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.

5. Represent the after school when interacting with parents or community members. Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their children to have a successful after school experience. Follow safety and security protocols when participants are in public while presenting a positive image of the after school.

Other Job Duties:

Provide supervision for participants while participants are transported to and from after school or during scheduled field trips off of camp property. Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested. Maintain accurate attendance records.

Relationships:

Maintain excellent relationships with Group Leaders and Assistant Group Leaders, Kitchen Staff, Program Specialists, business and maintenance staff, and the Programs Manager.

Equipment Used:

Assistant Group Leaders will utilize equipment provided within each activity workshop as well as school computers, tables and chairs, and other classroom and field trip materials.

Qualifications: (Minimum Education and Experience)

Must be 18 years of age or high school graduate. Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR and NYS Mandated Reporter prior to first day of work. Must submit health history record and examination form prior to first day of work. Ability to interact with all age levels. COVID vaccine proof required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Understanding of the development needs of youth. Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in program areas designated camp program areas.

Physical Aspects of the Job:

Ability to communicate and work with group participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to participants and staff. Ability to observe participant behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques. Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques. Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity. Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist participants in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of participants. Endurance including prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, walking long distances, hiking, and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate outdoor equipment and camp activities. Normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 50lbs. Willingness to work irregular hours with limited or simple equipment and facilities with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and animals such as bugs, snakes, bats, etc.

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Do you have 1 year of experience in Youth Development?

Yes
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How many hours can you work weekly?

Current Occupation

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Date you wish to start

High School

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If you are currently in school, when are your classes?

Before 2PM
Between 2 and 6PM
After 6PM

Check Current Certifications/Certifications:

Advanced First Aid
First Aid
CPR
NYS Mandated Reporter
Food Handler
Other

Share any additional, relevant licenses, certifications, or trainings you have completed:

Availability for interview by telephone

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday

What time of day?

Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Shared Values - Our Values permeate through all Concrete Safaris programs: Adventure, Bravery, Creativity, Curiosity, Discipline, Safety, and Healthy Risk-Taking.

List 3 Shared Values:

Demonstrate how you have lived three of these values at any time in the past four years, and how you think your experiences would be applicable to working at Concrete Safaris.

How often do you play outside?

1 day per week
2 days per week
3 days per week
4-5 days per week
Every day

Can you ride a bike at least 6 miles?

Yes, I can ride a bike at least 6 miles
No, I cannot ride a bike at least 6 miles

Your Connection To East Harlem

Concrete Safaris believes that outdoor, healthy leadership must be normalized on city streets and in public housing developments. The organization also understands that there are individuals who prefer not to travel on certain city streets or near certain public housing developments for very valid and real reasons. We understand that these statements do not apply to all individuals. We also want to make sure that individuals are not hindered from safer opportunities to build skills and knowledge outdoors in their communities. Selecting “Yes” or “No” will not stop you from being considered for a role at Concrete Safaris. It will allow us to make more informed decisions in where to place you, if selected.

Why do you want to serve children, youth, and/or community?

If you are from East Harlem, Central Harlem, or the South Bronx, what about your life experience makes you uniquely qualified for a position in your own community or in a neighboring community? (Answer N/A if not applicable)

If you are NOT from East Harlem, Central Harlem, or the South Bronx, what about your life experience makes you uniquely qualified for a position in an unfamiliar community? (Answer N/A if not applicable)

Can you safely spend time in all areas of East Harlem?

If you answered “No,” which areas or public housing developments in East Harlem are off-limits to you due to safety concerns?

What do you know about the culture, history, health, and current resources in East Harlem?

East Harlem experiences shootings, shots fired, and homicides throughout the year. These events may occur in close proximity to or within several blocks of our campus. Will you be able to commit to a year or more of employment given the reality of these incidents?

Whether you are walking, taking public transit, biking, skating, scooting, or driving, will you be able to travel to our campus in East Harlem for up to 20 hours of work per week 5 days per week for at least 1 year?

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