Description

CENTER FOR FAMILY LIFE, a nationally-recognized social service program in Sunset Park Brooklyn, is seeking enthusiastic individuals to serve as AmeriCorps members to support youth engagement programs and promote student leadership development and career readiness. Our ideal candidate has the knowledge and a demonstrated interest in working with youth and will utilize a strengths-based approach to enrich the lives of youth, families, and the community.

JOB TITLE: Group Leader/AmeriCorps @ PS 94

Exemption: Non-Exempt

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To supervise a group of middle school and high school participants in a community-based after-school setting and summer day program as an AmeriCorps member.

I. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to

• Supervise students in a variety of activities including art-based recreation, after-school clubs, and homework assistance, in person in a socially-distanced model
• Co-facilitate afterschool clubs with CFL staff members; attend training relating to social group work and team meetings
• Assist in the design and implementation of special events for high school students, families, and the community
• Partner with school staff to co-facilitate group workshops and assist in the group’s development of a service-oriented project, utilizing a project-based learning practice model
• Perform office duties as necessary
• Some Saturdays and evenings required

II. QUALIFICATIONS

• Some college experience preferred
• Experience working with youth on leadership development, service-learning, and/or college exploration
• Must enjoy working with high school students, working in groups, collaborating with others, and being part of a community
• Bilingual in English-Spanish or English-Chinese, a plus
• NY State Drivers’ License, a plus
• Detail-oriented, flexible, and a team player

III. RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS

• Build and maintain close, daily interactions with participants, co-workers, and supervisors
• Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization.
• Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change
• Forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families.

IV. WORKING CONDITIONS

• Actively engage and interact with youth each day
• May be required to be active by walking, bending, standing, squatting, or sitting
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high energy level
• May be exposed to all weather conditions and might be required to work in various temperatures in order to facilitate activities in various locations inside and outside of the school building

V. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY: The Group Leader role as an AmeriCorps member focuses on supervising a group of participants in the program, in collaboration with other professionals including Activity Specialists and Youth Workers. The member will contribute to the program’s goal of promoting positive youth development and increasing school engagement by building consistent relationships with youth participants, volunteers, and school and community partners.

Additional Information:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Living Allowance paid biweekly
• Receive Educational Award, upon successful completion of the program