What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Leader - Seasonal position at HANAC?
Department Number: 645602- COMPASS Expansion at PS330
Position Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Hourly Rate: $21.21
Work Schedule:
Summer (July and August 2026)
Monday through Thursday- shifts vary 11 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Friday full day- 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: HANAC COMPASS PS330 @ PS143, 34-55 112th Street, Corona, NY 11368
About HANAC, Inc.
HANAC, Inc. – originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee – is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization. The organization was founded in 1972 to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City.
Group Leader
The Group Leader will be an experienced and energetic individual who will be responsible for leading a group of students in a safe, structured, and engaging environment. This role focuses on leading daily activities, promoting positive behavior, and ensuring participants have a meaningful and enjoyable summer experience.
Group Leaders serve as direct role models for youth, supporting their social, emotional, and physical development while maintaining strong group management and safety standards.
The Group Leader responsibilities are but not limited to:
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Position Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Hourly Rate: $21.21
Work Schedule:
Summer (July and August 2026)
Monday through Thursday- shifts vary 11 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Friday full day- 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: HANAC COMPASS PS330 @ PS143, 34-55 112th Street, Corona, NY 11368
About HANAC, Inc.
HANAC, Inc. – originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee – is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization. The organization was founded in 1972 to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City.
Group Leader
The Group Leader will be an experienced and energetic individual who will be responsible for leading a group of students in a safe, structured, and engaging environment. This role focuses on leading daily activities, promoting positive behavior, and ensuring participants have a meaningful and enjoyable summer experience.
Group Leaders serve as direct role models for youth, supporting their social, emotional, and physical development while maintaining strong group management and safety standards.
The Group Leader responsibilities are but not limited to:
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the participants in the program by providing close supervision of all participants and activities
- Develop and implement age- appropriate/ grade band appropriate daily/weekly lesson plans
- Facilitate, supervise, and participate in enrichment and recreational activities
- Provide a safe and fun environment for participants in the Summer Camp/ AfterSchool Program.The implementation of a variety of age-appropriate and theme related activities
- Assist with transitions, meals, trips, and special events
- Support positive behavior and implement basic behavior management strategies
- Assist with distribution and collection of parent surveys
- Work cooperatively with peers, professional staff, and other departments
- Maintain equipment, storage facilities and inventory
- Work closely with supervisor to ensure best practices/program quality
- Maintain accurate program documentation (incident, accident and behavioral reports, attendance and sign-in/ sign-out sheets)
- Consults with the Program Director when difficult or unfamiliar situations arise
- Actively participate in all training’s sessions, designated meetings and special events
- Will maintain a close relationship and report to the Program Director for delegate tasks and future assignments
- Completes all job-related tasks and uses program time effectively during schedule working hours
- High school diploma or equivalent (some college preferred)
- Strong leadership and group management skills
- Have the ability to convey a positive attitude, be engaging and energetic
- Ability to work well with children of various ages
- Dependable, responsible, and team-oriented
- Effective communication and problem-solving skills
- Prior experience working with children in camps, schools or youth programs
- Ability to be active (indoors and outdoors) and on your feet for extended periods
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