Youth Counselor - COMPASS Program Bronx at Westhab Inc.

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

17.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Youth Development, Academic Instruction, Literacy, STEM, Recreation, Leadership Development, Safety Management, Emergency Response, Facilities Maintenance, Communication, Team Collaboration, Parent Engagement, Life Skills, High Energy, Dynamic Personality, Passion for Youth

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

JOB TITLE: Counselor, COMPASS Program in the Bronx DEPARTMENT: Youth Services REPORTS TO: Program Director HOURS: Monday - Friday (2:00pm -6:00pm) SALARY: $17 PER HOUR SUMMARY: The Counselor delivers a range of academic, enrichment, recreational, and leadership development programming to participating youth through a Positive Youth Development context that fosters growth and learning, maximizes safety, and instills hope and motivation. Proof of COVID-19 vaccine is required. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the wellbeing of a group of participating youth throughout program hours. Ensures the safety of all participants throughout program implementation. Provides academic instruction that supports the school day curriculum of participating youth through curricula focusing on literacy and STEM Leads a range of enrichment, recreation, and leadership development programs designed to increase self-esteem and teach important life skills. Attends weekly team meetings, training sessions by DYCD and others, parent meetings, and other assigned meetings to market the program and report on outcomes. Respond to emergency situations i.e fire drills, evacuation, shelter in place, lock downs, etc. Escort children to various activities in the building and in the community if necessary Facilities maintenance i.e disinfect room, equipment, light cleaning etc. Distribution of snacks and program supplies, i.e work books, technology, art supplies Other duties assigned as needed EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED and at least two years of expertise in direct afterschool program delivery required. College diploma preferred. High energy, dynamic personality and genuine passion for youth needed. Ability to lift push or pull 50 lbs as needed and ability to climb stairs. AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS: Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE) OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA): The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.

Responsibilities

The Counselor is responsible for the wellbeing and safety of participating youth during program hours, delivering academic and enrichment programming. They also lead recreational activities and respond to emergency situations.