Youth Worker - 4879

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. 

Across our 60 locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.

Our family shelters are safe, welcoming spaces where families can stay temporarily while they work toward long-term stability. Program staff provide compassionate support, life-enhancing services, and community-based resources to help empower each family. Together, we guide families on their journey back to independence and into permanent housing.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Classroom Management

• Assist Recreation Coordinator with the development of program goals and activities for youth. 
• Teach various recreational, educational, social, and team building activities. 
• Provide classroom management and instruction to youth.

Documentation

• Prepare lesson plans as required. 
• Assist with completion of program reports such as but not limited to: daily attendance, program calendar, meal forms, incident log, etc.

Training/Supervision

• Maintain First Aid, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Mental Health First Aid certification, and additional required trainings. 
• Meet monthly with Recreation Coordinator for supervision and attend staff meetings.

Health and Safety Practices

• Assist with ensuring compliance with OSHA and DOHMH guidelines.
• Assist with ensuring the classroom is maintained in a hygienic condition. 
• Assist with food/meal distribution and follow food service guidelines.

Interaction with Parents, Children and Staff

• Act as a liaison with parents. 
• Attend trips with youth in the community as approved by supervisor.
• Outreach to parents for youth enrollment/participation in the program. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or equivalent credentials.
•  A minimum of one year of experience working with youth in a recreational, educational and/or social environment. 
• Experience with or knowledge of best practices in youth development preferred. 
• Experience with or knowledge of whole language philosophy preferred.
• Clearance through New York State Central Registry (SCR) and New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Justice Center’s Staff Exclusion List (SEL) and Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) required.
• Bilingual language skills in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods. 
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time. 
• Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork. 
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents. 
• Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation. 
• Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org.