Youth Worker/Program Aide, Y&FS

Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation is seeking a part-time Youth Worker/Program Aide to assist in planning and implementing educational, recreational, and community service activities for school-aged children. The position requires a strong commitment to the safety and well-being of children and a positive relationship with each participant. The ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

Requirements

• Assist group leader to plan, implement and document successful educational, recreation, youth leadership, community service and arts activities with school-aged children
• Adhere to policies and procedures in a pro-active manner, making the safety and care of children your primary focus
• Build a positive relationship with each after-school participant in your care, and foster positive connections between participants
• Conduct yourself as a professional and representative of the agency with school staff, parents, children and anyone else with whom you come into contact in your role
• Effectively manage assigned group. Maintain and enforce progressive discipline policy
• Contribute to the cohesive and effective functioning of the staff team in your assigned group and the program
• Assist in enrollment, recording and submitting daily attendance records, and any other required documents to Director
• Inspect on a daily basis all facilities, equipment, and supplies and be sure all are accounted for and put away at the end of each day
• Actively participate in all aspects of staff or member development, including weekly supervision, weekly team meetings, pre-service training, and an additional at least 15 hours of training during the school year
• Other assignments, as requested

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Excellent benefits
• Pleasant working environment