Group Leader, SNL - Mott Haven

Position Title

Group Leader

Department

Cornerstone

Site/Location

Mott Haven      

Community Center

Job Classification (HR Use Only)

Non-Exempt

Part-Time 

Salary Range

$20hr

Reports To

Program Director

MISSION STATEMENT

East Side House cares for the individuals, families, and communities we serve by expanding opportunities to live more fulfilling lives through education, career, and supportive services.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/ Objective

East Side House Settlement is a community resource in the South Bronx. We believe education is the key that enables all people to create economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families and the communities. We are seeking a dynamic, hard-working and creative leader who shares our passion for providing exceptional programming to children and families in the Mott Haven neighborhood of the South Bronx & Inwood section in Manhattan.

The Mott Haven Community Center is powered by the New York City Housing Authority public housing development, with evening and weekend programming for middle school, high school, and adults. The Group Leaders primary responsibility is to design and lead a diverse enrichment activity. We run evening teen centers, and college readiness as well as youth employment programs. We are seeking creative professionals with experience working with the youth in the following (but not limited to) areas: Music, visual arts, martial arts, media technology, dance, sports and recreation (soccer, tennis, basketball, volleyball or lacrosse), health awareness and community leadership.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Group Leader, will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

1. Identify, create and facilitate age-appropriate, thematic based lesson plans, and activities.
2. Work as a part of a collaborative team, providing support to any specialist implementing activities.
3. Prepare the learning working environment, by creating a welcoming space that exhibits participants’ work.
4. Build positive relations with youth and adults to serve as role models with respect to demeanor, communication, and behavior.
5. Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program, by providing close supervision of all activities.
6. Assist in participant’s enrollment, recording and submitting daily attendance records, and any other required documents to Program Director.
7. Inspect daily all facilities (including shared spaces), equipment, and supplies; be sure all are accounted for and put away at the end of each day.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility

This role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands

This role may involve occasional lifting or moving of items up to 25 pounds and routine use of standard office equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Expected Work Schedule
The work schedule expected for this position is: Monday- Friday 6pm-11pm , Saturday/ Sunda 3pm-11pm, as aligned to the needs of the program/ service.   The schedule may be adjusted based on ESH’s operational needs, with notice provided whenever possible.

EEO Statement

East Side House (ESH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

To perform this position successfully, the Group leader must be able to fulfill all the elements of the job description to the highest standard and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy and collaborative work environment.  Additional qualifications include:

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma or GED, with some college preferred.
• Must have experience working with middle school, high school, and adults’ populations preferably in a racially, ethically, and socio-emotionally diverse urban community.
• Minimum of two years work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required.
• A genuine enthusiasm for developing professional skills through training opportunities and field practice.
• Possess and ability to engage and lead activities in your area of specialty; strong communication skills, strong organizational skills, excellent judgment, ability to work in a team in a variety of environments.
• Candidates possessing skills in foreign languages, visual arts, music, or performing arts are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all participants while always remaining professional and be able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas, including responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance and most importantly, professionalism.
• Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Competencies

1. Communication Proficiency
2. Team Building
3. Problem Solving/ Analysis
4. Time Management
5. Ethical Conduct

Clearance

Employees must be clear to work at ESH.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks and/or screenings.

• • Department of Health Fingerprint Clearance
  • State Central Registry (SCR) Clearance, ($25.00 Fee)
  • Staff Exclusion List (SEL) Clearance
  • Physical examination and TB test
  • Mandated Reporter Certificate, 2 hours.
  • Health & Safety Certificate, 5 hours.