Group Leader

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION: Group Leader

DEPARTMENT: Youth Services

LOCATION: COMPASS PS 157

REPORTS TO: Program Director and/or Assistant Program Director

SALARY: $20 per hour (based on experience and credentials)

DATES: September 15, 2025 – June 30, 2026

SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

JOB SUMMARY

As part of the Youth Services Department’s vision, all staff are responsible for promoting growth, leadership, and a positive self-image in youth across all Grand Street Settlement sites.

Group leaders will foster a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitating recreational activities, team-building exercises, theme-based lessons, and trips as part of the after-school program.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma required; college degree preferred

• Youth development experience required

• Experience teaching and designing curriculum

• Experience working with diverse youth populations

• Strong administrative skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with youth (volunteer experience accepted)

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculum-based lessons (preferred with youth)

• Personable, energetic, and enthusiastic demeanor

Clearances & Certifications:

• Must successfully complete:

  • NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening

  • New York State Clearance Review Background Check

  • Three (3) reference checks

  • Physical with updated TB test (fees may apply)

• $25 fee required for NY State Clearance Review (if hired)

• CPR/AED certification (preferred)

• First Aid/RTE certification (preferred)

Additional Requirements:

• Strong communication skills with students while maintaining professionalism

• Ability to motivate youth and model responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance, and professionalism

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Training

• Complete all required after-school trainings in accordance with school-age child care regulations

Supervise Participants

• Supervise and actively engage with youth in group settings

• Address behavioral concerns through problem-solving and intervention

• Maintain appropriate staff-to-student ratios during all activities and trips

Facilitate After-School Activities

• Design and implement project-based curriculum

• Lead activities aligned with after-school themes

• Collaborate effectively with team members

• Follow daily schedules, including in-house and trip procedures

• Promote a positive and inclusive group environment

Ensure Safety

• Supervise children and actively participate in activities and trips

• Maintain a safe environment at all times

• Ensure first aid and safety kits are stocked

• Maintain up-to-date medical and emergency contact information for each participant

• Document all incidents and injuries

• Complete attendance and required reports

• Follow all safety plans, procedures, and regulations

Other Responsibilities

• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents/guardians

• Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner

• Maintain a positive and prepared-to-work attitude

• Supervise and evaluate youth staff

• Perform additional duties as assigned

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least one (1) professional reference should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center.

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No phone calls, please.

Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)