What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Specialist position at Grand St Settlement Inc.?
POSITION: Activity Specialist – Part-Time
DEPARTMENT: Youth Services
LOCATION: Seward Park Cornerstone - 56 Essex St., New York, NY 10002
REPORTS TO: Program Director/Program Assistant Director
SALARY: $20 per hour; up to 20 hours per week
DATES: September 2026
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 2pm - 6pm, availability within these hours
JOB SUMMARY: As part of our Youth Services Department’s vision: all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth, leadership and positive self-image in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites. Our Activity Specialists will assist in the day-to-day functioning of program and ensure that youth are learning and building hard skills. This position is based on youth interest; must maintain a minimum of 15 youth in a group.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma required; College Degree Preferred
- Must have 3 years’ experience working in specialized field
- Must have experience working with and devising curricula around specialization
- Ideal candidate has previous experience with classroom instruction and/or facilitating lessons in specialized fields
- Candidate must be very responsible; organized & demonstrate positive communication skills
- Ideal candidate is personable, energetic, & enthusiastic
- Candidate must successfully complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance
- Review Background Check; 3 Reference Check; Physical w/ updated TB Test (Fees may apply)
- Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all students while remaining professional at all times and be able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas, including timeliness, attendance and most importantly, professionalism
- If offered the position, must submit $25 fee for NY State Clearance Review
- Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all staff and participants while remaining professional at all times
- Must demonstrate timeliness, attendance and most importantly, professionalism
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed oral or written instructions
- Ability to relate to officials, staff and public in a courteous manner
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must complete 15 hours of training as per school- age child care requirements within the first three months of hire and attend two mandatory agency-wide Professional Development training
- Responsible for supervising all participants particularly during special activities
- Responsible for maintaining classroom space in an organized and clean fashion
- Responsible for maintaining daily log of all incidents/ injuries
- Chaperone youth group during trips and other field activities
- Assist with all aspects of programming (i.e. following organizations mission; supervising all youth, working collectively and communicating with all staff)
- Administrative duties includes: follow up calls to parents
- Attend all required department/agency meetings and/or training
- Create lessons and curriculum around specialty
- Implement and facilitate projects and recreational activities for the school year or summer camp
- Take initiative to assist program participants and group leaders as seen fit
- Maintain program supplies and proper use of all.
- Help enforce all rules and regulations and codes of conduct
- Other duties as assigned
Ensure Safety
- Must be able to supervise a group of children and participate in activities and trips; provide and maintain a safe working environment.
- Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits
- Maintain medical and emergency contact information for each participant
- Responsible for maintaining daily log of all incidents/ injuries
- Prepare attendance reports and other reports as required
- Know and adhere to all regulations and procedures outlined in safety plan
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least one (1) professional reference should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar, and apply online through our career center.
https://workforcenow.adp.com/
No phone calls, please.
Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
Salary : $20