POSITION: COMPASS P/T Assistant Director

DEPARTMENT: Youth Services

REPORTS TO: Program Director

LOCATION: Brooklyn: Juan Morel Campos at 215 Heyward St, Brooklyn, NY 11206

SALARY: $25-$30/HR

SCHEDULE: School year: Monday–Friday, 10 am–6 pm; some evenings/weekends may be required. Summer: 8 am – 4 pm or 10 am - 6 pm. (Part-Time)

DATE: August 2026-June 2027

JOB SUMMARY: As part of our Youth Services Department's vision, all Youth Services Staff will help promote growth, leadership, and positive self-image in young people at all Grand Street Settlement sites. Program Director Assistants will promote and develop a safe and engaging environment for youth. This role includes light supervision, data entry, and group facilitation.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Associate Degree required, Bachelor's preferred
Youth development experience required
Must have experience teaching and designing curricula
Ideal candidate has experience with DYCD Online
Previous experience working with diverse young people ages 5-14 years old
Three (3) or more years' experience & expertise working with youth (volunteer experience is acceptable)
Three (3) or more years' experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculum-based lessons (to youth preferred)
Ideal candidate is personable, energetic, & enthusiastic
Candidate must complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance Review Background Check; 3 Reference Checks; Physical w/ updated TB Test (Fees may apply)
Valid CPR/AED Pro certification through a recognized accrediting body preferred
Valid First Aid/RTE certification through recognized accrediting body preferred
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 responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance, and most importantly, professionalism

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise Participants

Problem-solve and intervene directly with youth in groups
Maintain adequate staff to supervise campers during all activities and trips

Programming

Assist with designing and ensuring implementation of curricula
Work collaboratively with co-workers
Know and follow daily in-house and trip schedules and procedures
Create a culture of positive group cohesiveness

Ensure Safety

Must be able to supervise a group of children and occasionally participate in activities and trips; provide and maintain a safe working environment.
Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits
Maintain medical and contact information for each camper
Responsible for maintaining a daily log of all incidents/ injuries
Prepare attendance reports and other reports as required
Know and adhere to all regulations and procedures outlined in the safety plan

Administrative

Enter all participants and participant info on DYCD online
Take attendance on a daily or weekly basis
Help the Program Director run reports and assist with overall database maintenance.
Ensure all paperwork is completed and submitted on time
Prepare time sheets and submit to payroll bi-weekly

Other

Communicate regularly and appropriately with parents
Complete all necessary paperwork that is required
Come ready to work with a positive attitude
Supervise and evaluate youth staff
Other assignments as required

HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications for 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 the link below, or paste it into a search bar, and apply online through our career center.

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=bfb233f9-2e2d-4a56-b58a-c4bfa4857b9e&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US

No phone calls, please.

Please be advised that we can only make job offers once your clearances come through.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

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