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We are looking for team members who can support diverse and comprehensive activities that highlight life skills and soft skills for youth. The ideal candidates are passionate about youth development and are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where students can grow as confident and capable young leaders. This position will be a part of our Youth and Family Services offered at Sunnyside Community Services, which includes a pre-kindergarten program, after-school programs for elementary and middle school students, high school job readiness, career readiness, and enrichment programming, as well as Adult and Immigrant Services. Responsibilities Ensure the safety of all program participants with constant and consistent supervision of program participants. Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to snack pickup at offsite location, attendance taking, health checks and daily behavioral documentation, homework assistance, and program support during high-risk times like arrival, snack, and dismissal. Assist Activity Specialists/Instructors and subcontractors in the implementation of lessons and activities and assist with creating a brave and safe program environment. Maintain room and activity areas, keeping them cleaned and organized, in addition to the program space and use of program supplies through cleaning logs and sign in/out sheets. Motivate and maintain active involvement of all program participants. Attend required meetings and training courses. Meet regularly with supervisors and other staff members to share best practices and address challenges. Any additional tasks/duties as assigned by program supervisor. Qualifications Must be at least 18 years old by the start of the role. Experience working with children in a school, camp, or community setting. Ability to multitask and be present in a busy classroom environment. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Patience, adaptability, and a passion for working with youth. Be a dependable and contributing member of the after-school team. Ability to pass a comprehensive background check by The New York Public Schools (PETS). High school diploma/GED Full ability to work in person Monday

• Friday during after school hours
• remote options are not available .

Compensation:

$17

• $18/hour

Operating Hours:

Monday

• Friday, 2
• 6 pm; work schedules may vary

Location:

SONYC Blvd, Samaritan Village Family Residence, Elmhurst, Queens How to

Apply:

Email a cover letter and resume to Olivia Doggett, Site Supervisor, at Odoggett@scsny.org . Please indicate "SONYC Afterschool Group Leader" in the email subject line. All positions at Sunnyside Community Services are filled without regard to race/color, religion/creed, national origin, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy-related condition or lactation, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, height, weight, status as a victim of domestic violence/stalking/ sex offenses, predisposing genetic characteristic, immigration or citizenship status, prior arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, pre-employment marijuana testing, union affiliation/activity, or for reporting or opposing discrimination on these bases or for reporting or opposing violations of workplace health and safety, pay equity or practices, or for participating in any internal or any legally protected status listed in the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL). All are encouraged to apply. Sunnyside Community Services strives to address, explore, and educate all our stakeholders about the diversity of human experience and to advance and integrate racial equity and social justice into all organizational policies and programs. We believe that everyone, regardless of who they are or what they do for the organization, should feel equally involved and supported. Sunnyside Community Services represents a commitment to considering the whole person and how systemic barriers and access to opportunities can affect their well-being. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer We enrich lives and strengthen communities through services and engagement for individuals at all ages, beginning with those most in need. Donate Sunnyside Community Services 43-31 39th Street Sunnyside, NY 11104

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