Group Leader

Job Summary

As part of our Youth Services Department’s vision: all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth, leadership, and a positive self-image in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites. Group Leaders will promote and develop a safe and engaging learning environment for youth. Recreational activities, literacy and math lessons, and hands-on enrichment are integral parts of the summer camp experience. In the end, students will be able to maintain an academic focus while engaging in fun and educational activities with peers.

Education, Experience, And Skill Requirements

• High School diploma required; college degree preferred
• Youth development experience required
• Experience teaching and designing curricula
• Previous experience working with diverse young people
• Three (3) or more years of experience & expertise working with youth (volunteer experience is acceptable)
• Three (3) or more years of experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculum-based lessons (to youth preferred)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Training Complete 15 hours of training as per summer camp child care requirements within the first three months of hire
• Supervise Participants
• Problem-solve and intervene directly with youth
• Maintain adequate staff-to-participant supervision during all activities and trips
• Facilitate Summer Camp Activities
• Design and implement unit-based curriculums on the given themes
• Manage group activities and ensure consistent engagement
• Work collaboratively with co-workers and cultivate a culture of professionalism and act as a role model for youth participants
• Follow daily in-house, trip, and activity schedules and procedures
• Build a positive and cohesive group culture
• Ensure Safety
• Supervise a group of children and participate in all scheduled activities and trips
• Provide competent supervision of a group of children and participate in activities and trips; provide and maintain a safe and professional working environment
• Maintain supplies in first aid and safety kits
• Keep updated medical and emergency contact records for each participant
• Responsible for documenting incidents and communicating incidents with supervisors and/or parents and guardians
• Prepare attendance and other required reports
• Follow all regulations and procedures outlined in the camp’s safety plan

How To Apply

Submit a resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience align with this summer camp position. Please also include three professional references (at least one must be a former supervisor) and use the subject line “Group Leader” in your email to: crobinson@grandsettlement.org

No phone calls, please. Note: Job offers can only be made once all required clearances have been completed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)