Youth Counselor - COMPASS Program Bronx

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 in a Positive Youth Development context that fosters growth and learning, maximizes safety, and instills hope and motivation. Proof of COVID-19 vaccine is required.

• 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.
• Responds to emergency situations such as fire drills, evacuations, shelter‑in‑place, and lock‑downs.
• Escorts children to various activities in the building and in the community if necessary.
• Performs basic facilities maintenance such as disinfection of rooms, equipment, and light cleaning.
• Distributes snacks and program supplies, including work books, technology, and art supplies.

• High School Diploma or GED and at least two years of direct after school program delivery experience.
• College diploma preferred.
• High energy, dynamic personality, and genuine passion for youth.
• Ability to lift, push or pull 50 lbs and climb stairs.

EOE—Equal Opportunity Employer.