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 guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 37 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.
BronxWorks is hiring Three (3) Youth Worker/Counselor for our Children and Youth Program.
Responsibilities
Assist Program Director or Program Coordinator with the development of program goals and activities for youth
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, Cardio Pulmonary 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 required for program evaluation effort
Meet regularly with supervisors to present 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
Confer with program supervisors regarding disciplinary issues. Hold conferences with parents as needed
Attend trainings 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
Two years (preferred) direct experience working with children under 13 years of age youth in a recreational, educational and social environment preferred.
Clearance through New York State Central Registry and New York State Office of Children and Family Services required
Experience with or knowledge of best practices in youth development preferred
Experience with or knowledge of whole language 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.
‘TB Test required with the first 120 days of employment’ for Shelters and Homeless outreach"
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