[Summer 2026] Lead Youth Support Specialist - Summer - East Harlem Elementary

Reporting to the Dean of Student Life (DSL), the Lead Youth Support Specialist will be responsible for supporting youth and staff with crisis intervention and behavior management. Responsibilities Support youth and staff with crisis intervention and behavior management Model and encourage positive culture in all daily activities Mediate conflicts and other situations as they arise Support the development of group leaders’ professional development skills by designing training and providing coaching regarding behavior management & facilitation Create and monitor individualized intervention plans for youth, providing guidance and support to colleagues in implementation Assist in communication about youth behavior to parents and guardians, including information regarding behavior responses and consequences Serve as a point person during offsite trips, events, and drills/emergencies for designated league Serve as a substitute youth worker as necessary Collaborate with DSL on resolving conflicts/crisis Innovate and implement new programmatic ideas Support part‑time staff in the practice of DREAM teaching methods, including experiential and project‑based learning methodologies Model professionalism through consistent attendance, timeliness and preparation Participate in weekly professional development and tactical trainings in addition to formal feedback and coaching Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required, college enrollment or degree, preferred Experience working with youth in a classroom or youth development setting A record of success in facilitating and managing groups of youth Experience with behavior management systems, including positive youth development Strong oral and written communication skills and presentation skills Fluency in spoken Spanish strongly preferred Ability to work collaboratively with co‑workers and supervisors Ability to coach or support co‑workers and teammates in improving their youth development and behavior management skills Exhibits high energy, warmth, enthusiasm and patience in working with youth A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community Commitment Start date: 6/22/2026 End date: 7/31/2026 Days & hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:15pm Dates and hours are subject to change Locations East Harlem: 1991 2nd Avenue, New York, NY Benefits DREAM offers the following benefits to our part‑time employees: 403(b) retirement plan, with employer matching up to 4% after one year of employment (12‑month continuous period) in which you work a minimum of 1,000 hours Disability benefits Referral bonuses Access to our Employee Discount Program, offering savings on travel, entertainment, retail, and more High‑performing part‑time staff have the opportunity to apply for the DREAM Teaching Fellowship, through which they can earn a Bachelors or Masters degree and become full‑time teachers at DREAM Compensation DREAM offers competitive compensation commensurate with relevant experience with the potential for a seasonal increase. The rate for this position for incoming staff is between $20 and $22 per hour. New hires are typically brought into the role at a salary closer to the start of the range depending on qualifications and internal equity. DREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wearedream