Program Assistant

Career Opportunities with THE BOYS' CLUB OF NEW YORK INC Location: 13301 41st Rd. Flushing, NY 11355 Salary Range: $18.00 per hour Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt About Us Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact. Job Summary The Explorer Program Assistant is responsible for modeling positive social interactions through combined academic, social, health and recreational programming. He/She will assist in the guidance, supervision, and safety of members, while participating in activities alongside members to ensure encouragement and support. Responsibilities Support the planning, implementation and supervision of activities Assist in facilitating lessons, utilizing a variety of teaching methods and techniques Supervise the movement of members in all spaces Ensure proper care of all area materials, organize room and report any misused or damaged materials to the Explorer Director Use behavior management strategies to defuse inappropriate behavior and communicate behavior incidents with the Explorer Director and other necessary staff Attend mandatory professional development trainings Other duties as assigned Qualifications Previous experience in youth development, education, or afterschool, preferred Well organized, able to work both independently and collaboratively Credits in college or technical school First Aid and CPR certification desirable What We Offer PTO: Sick time only The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr