Location: Westside Academy, 1945 N 31st Street

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Earnings: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour based on education and experience

Group Leaders are vital to the success of COA programs. They work directly with our youth - running activities, teaching life skills, and having fun! It can be a demanding job, but it will always be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. They will learn from you, but you will also learn from them.

The CLC programs runs Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. This is a part-time position - up to 29 hours per week during the school year, with a possibility for full-time in the summer.

Main Job Responsibilities

• Lead activities and groups using creative and innovative curriculum.
• Support students with virtual learning, e.g., helping youth login, support if there are questions, etc.
• Actively engage with youth and manage youth behavior through positive reinforcement, redirection, and progressive discipline.
Role model appropriate behavior at all times. This includes developing and maintaining appropriate professional relationships with youth, colleagues, parents, facilitators, community members, etc.

Qualifications

• Must fulfill the Department of Children and Families (DCF) requirements for this position: these include youth-specific courses, college classes, certifications, etc. (An Education Plan is an option if applicant is willing to take classes. More details can be discussed in the interview.)
• Strong youth management skills
• Creativity in program delivery
• Flexibility to work in different program sites and age groups. Is a team player.
• Works well independently and under pressure
• Patience, positive attitude, and cultural competency
• The physical requirements are the ability to sit and stand for long periods and the ability to move/run, i.e. to physically engage with the youth and actively participate in programming
• Note: proof of a physical examination must be completed not more than 12 months prior to nor more than 30 days after the person was hired
• CPR / First Aid certification (or obtained within six months of hire)