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Children's Aid Program Facilitator in Manhattan, New York
Program Facilitator 8/28/24Part Time--Manhattan
Job ID: 006989
Description:
Frederick Douglass Community Center (885 Columbus Avenue)
$17.50 / hour
The Frederick Douglass Community Center provides essential services to children, youth, and families on the Upper West Side, particularly the residents of the neighboring Frederick Douglass Houses. The center includes a recently refurbished gymnasium, an outdoor playground, and classrooms for early childhood education and after-school services. The Frederick Douglass Community Center is proud to be part of the Boys & Girls Club of America.
*Position Summary: *
Reporting to the Center Director, the Program Facilitator (Group Leader) will work with a group of children ages 5 to 14 years old in the after-school and summer camp programs to plan and implement activities based on identified curricula in a manner that motivates and engages children and strengthens their academic and social-emotional skills.
Essential Duties:
Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures
Serve as a positive role model for children and youth, consistently displaying School Age Values.
Develop and maintain an effective system of classroom management that promotes pro-social behavior and discipline.
Plan and implement high-quality, age-appropriate activities, including academic support, enrichment, physical activity, healthy living, SEL, and leadership development, based on identified curricula.
Co-supervise a group of 20 to 25 children (ages 5 to 14) during program hours
Assist the Activity Specialist with curriculum implementation for the assigned group
Supervise and assist children during special projects and field trips, which may include some weekends, holidays, or special programming
Collect, organize, assess, and celebrate the work of youth participants
Engage with parents and maintain open communication to better understand and address youth needs
Attend curriculum and program meetings with the Program Director or relevant personnel as scheduled
Participate in internal and external professional development aligned with educational standards
Maintain a clean, organized, and resource-rich classroom environment to ensure activities are conducted efficiently and on time
Escort children to and from all activities, including those outside the center
Maintain participant case files and documentation of all required services and activities
Submit weekly schedules, reports, and other required documentation in a timely manner
Take daily attendance and report any absences to the Program Director
Collaborate with other agency youth programs and partners
Maintain positivity within the worksite (onsite/offsite) and offer encouragement to all students
Work a flexible schedule to meet program needs, including occasional evening and weekend hours as needed
Perform other tasks as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma/Equivalency required; Associate's degree in a related field preferred
Two years of experience working with students in appropriate school level preferred
Key Competencies:
Knowledge of positive youth development practices
Ability to engage with diverse youth and staff populations
Strong collaborative skills for working within an interdisciplinary team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children’s Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Children’s Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children’s Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.
Requirements:
Job Type Part Time
Location --Manhattan
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