Position: Junior Group Leader
Location: 565 Morris Ave, Bronx, NY 10451
Salary Range: $18.00 per hour
Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
About Us
Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.
Job Summary
The Junior Group Leader is responsible for the direct guidance, supervision, and safety of youth under their care, while ensuring an engaging and intellectually stimulating member experience. He/ she will serve as a model for youth ages 10-12 by building rapport with members through positive interactions in program activities. The Junior Group Leader will also assist in the supervision of PT staff that may include activity aides and volunteers.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of a group of 10-21 boys.
- Plan, develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum of interactive challenges, activities and games for members that lead to members developing core competencies.
- Provide guidance, problem-solving facilitation, and behavior modification direction as needed.
- Participate with group in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, including games, arts and crafts, theatre, computer lab, swimming, and field trips.
- Assist with daily set-up, daily clean up, and transportation.
- Ensure proper care of all area materials, organize room and report any misused or damaged materials to the department director in order to prevent injuries or damage.
- Responsible for completing and the timely submission of all program reports relative to this position, including but not limited to supply requests, lesson plans and timesheets.
Education and/or Experience
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; Junior level or higher preferred; Teaching Assistants and Para Professionals are encouraged to apply.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Dependability, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Innovation
What We Offer
- PTO: Sick time only
The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
Skills Required
- Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school
- Two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Junior level or higher experience preferred
What We Do
The Boys' Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization dedicated to empowering boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, through diverse and inclusive after-school and weekend programming. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs, fostering a supportive community and a strong sense of brotherhood to help members develop into quality young men.
