Group Leader

Key Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate supervision at all times to ensure the health and safety of program participants.
• Serve as a positive role model for participants.
• Support the planning and implementation of all activities, including but not limited to learning initiatives, field trips, mealtimes, and culminating performances.
• Attend and actively participate in all required training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Maintain open and respectful communication with parents to support the participant’s success and build strong relationships.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications/Commitment: Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Be at least 18 years of age. Available to work during the after-school hours, Monday-Friday, 15 hours per week. Available to attend all training sessions (in-person and online), and orientation.

Skills Needed

• Possess a desire to work directly with children.
• Open to feedback with a desire to grow professionally.
• Responsible, friendly, enthusiastic, patient, and actively engaged.
• Able to follow directions and adhere to all policies and procedures.
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• May be required to go up and down stairs.
• May have to lift or move objects, small furniture, or other program materials.
• This role may require occasional engagement with community members and partners outside of the physical worksite, including attendance at off-site events, meetings, or outreach activities.

Pay & Benefits

• $17.00 per hour
• Paid training opportunities and direct experience in youth development and program facilitation.

Location

Michael J. Petrides School
715 Ocean Terr SI,NY 10301

At the Police Athletic League

We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.