BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.

Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.

Our Adolescent Development Programs provide teenagers with opportunities to develop important life skills while promoting academic achievement, career exploration, and exposure to the arts. Our middle school and high school Neighborhood Development Area Programs work year-round with students 13 to 17 years of age to ensure a smooth transition from early to late adolescence and to create a safe space for them to explore their interests. The programs operate after school and during the summer, offering: Community service opportunities, Homework assistance and tutoring, Leadership development, Literacy and STEM enrichment, Structured recreation, and Work readiness training.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and supervise participant groups and create and implement activities under the guidance of an Activity Specialist or Content Specialist.
Create a nurturing and supportive environment for the youth
Supervise participants
Implement various recreational, educational, social, and team building activities
Provide classroom management and instruction
Act as a liaison with parents
Attend regular staff meetings
Attend First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CRP), and Responding to Emergency (RTE) training
Attend staff training sessions
Meet monthly with program coordinator and/or program director for supervision
Perform additional duties as assigned

PROGRAM SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Practice and recognize in others the program values: Cooperation, Generosity, Honesty, Kindness, Respect, Responsibility, Tolerance
With program supervisors, set program goals and develop appropriate activities for children
Collaborate with colleagues to plan team projects and events
Supervise teenaged junior counselors
Encourage a love of learning and build children’s literacy and academic skills
Develop, submit and implement weekly lesson plans which are child-centered, age appropriate & engaging and which promote literacy, thematic exploration, & experiential learning
Escort children on trips and identify opportunities for learning both inside and outside the community center facility
Maintain records of children's work. Submit portfolios as 7'equiredfor program evaluation effort
Meet regularly with supervisors to p1·esent lesson plans, plan for future weeks, and receive feedback and assistance
Provide homework assistance during school year
Create a structured & nurturing environment which supports children's emotional and social development
- Provide constant supervision and engagement of children in care
- Maintain an organized and child-centered classroom.
- Promote teamwork and group bonding
Conference with program· supervisors regarding disciplinary issues or hold conferences with parents as needed.
Attend training in principles of early childhood development, nutrition and health needs, safety and security procedures, and child abuse and maltreatment identification and prevention
Assist with planning and implementation of Holiday Camp
Obtain needed supplies from office and make requests as needed for special supplies
Maintain attendance records, meal records, sign-out sheets and other necessary paperwork
Submit required reports and paperwork to Program Director
Engage .in activities which promote physical fitness and health
- Ensure a physically safe environment for children in care
- Participate in all fitness activities including swimming and gym
- Promote healthy behaviors and foster children's physical development
Provide first aid and emergency care for children as needed
Submit bi-annual physical
Partner with families to promote sense of community
- Develop and build relationships with parents and families of program participants.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree preferred.
At least two years of direct experience working with children under age 13 years.
Necessary content knowledge, experience, and skills to effectively implement the program activities, as required.
Experience with or knowledge of Whole Language teaching philosophy preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork.
Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org.

Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site

Youth Worker - 5148