Group Leader

Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome prospective employees for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Good Shepherd Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status or any other applicable protected classification , in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. The Senior Group Leader provides program leadership by supporting the Director and Assistant Director and acting as a role model for all other staff. The Senior Group Leader is responsible for the overall supervision, development, management, and planning of his or her group. S/he is responsible for implementing a range of activities and transitions in manner that is safe and aligned with the afterschool model. Lastly, the Senior GL coaches less experienced GLs, and facilitates training. Reports to: Program Director, MS129 Location: 2055 Mapes Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460 Hours: Up to 18 hours/Weeks; Non-exempt; Schedule: School Year / September - June / Monday - Friday, 1pm to 6pm Major Duties: Assist Program Director in overseeing the daily operation of all aspects of the program. Attend all staff meetings and required professional development activities. In the absence of the Program Director, provide overall leadership and administration of program. Track and input student records and attendance in program databases as needed. Assisting PD in the facilitating and maintaining staff trainings and professional development. Plan and facilitate activities that incorporate project-based, integrated and social-emotional learning, with developmentally appropriate components. Conduct regular group participant conversations utilizing social group work techniques. Collaborate with other staff assigned to your group, providing support to activity instructors and other group leaders. Role model appropriate behavior at all times, ensuring that your conduct aligns with the Good Shepherd, Mission, Vision and Values Engage in participant/family outreach activities to ensure attendance and participation. Utilize effective and appropriate behavior management techniques in program. Discuss behavior problems and situations with supervisor as they emerge. Resolve conflict within your group – utilizing group work techniques - while seeking assistance from other staff, supervisors and directors when necessary. Utilize a Youth and Family Development, and Trauma-informed. Create and implement activities that will lead participants to build a sense of belonging, and develop mastery, independence and generosity. Complete required documentation and maintain all necessary participant and staff records. Ensure timely administration of participant surveys in collaboration with PEP. Write and submit sequenced lesson plans within designated time frame. Utilize a sequenced curriculum - based on students’ interest – for all activities Demonstrate effective classroom management skills that ensure a safe and engaging classroom environment. Assist with planning, organizing and hosting parent engagement, community or program wide events. Ensure participants are prepared and able to illustrate what they learned in culminating events. Develop positive relationships with participants, parents, colleagues and school personnel. Inspect all facilities, equipment, and supplies and be sure all are locked away securely at the end of each day Participate in all staff meetings and staff development training sessions. Maintain strict adherence to policies and procedures at all times. Participate in afterschool events and trips. Learn to use the model to program plan, supervise, and train others. Additionally, Senior GL may be asked to assist in any of the following tasks: Maintenance of participant files, Planning and leading program events and orientations. School Food and Nutrition Roster/ attendance. Collection and review of lesson plans. Facilitation of staff meetings/ trainings. Coaching staff. Conduct program observations Onboard, select and coach new staff. Plan and conduct trips Planning workscopes – year’s programming, Be a support to the Assistant Program Director. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age. High School Diploma or High School Equivalent Required. Must have worked as a Group Leader for minimum of 2 years. Tuition Assistance 40+ Days of Paid Time Off Personal and Pet Insurance 403 (B) Retirement Plan #J-18808-Ljbffr