Group Leader

POSITION: Group Leader - School Year  ONLY

DEPARTMENT: Youth Services Department

LOCATION: The Rose Center, 80 Pitt St., New York, NY 10002

REPORTS TO: Program Director, Assistant Director

SALARY: $20.00 hourly

DATES: September 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

SCHEDULE: [Monday-Friday] 3 pm- 6 pm. This position is performance-based and contingent on funding.

As part of our Youth Services Department's vision, all Youth Services Staff will help promote growth, leadership, and a positive self-image among young people across our Grand Street Settlement sites. Group Leaders will promote and develop a safe and engaging learning environment for youth. Recreational activities, literacy and math lessons, and hands-on enrichment are integral parts of the summer camp experience.

In the end, students will be able to maintain an academic focus while engaging in fun and educational activities with peers.

• High School diploma required; college degree preferred
• Youth development experience required
• Experience teaching and designing curricula
• Previous experience working with diverse young people
• Three (3) or more years of experience & expertise working with youth (volunteer experience is acceptable)
• Three (3) or more years of experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculum-based lessons (to youth preferred)
• Ideal candidate is personable, energetic, and enthusiastic
• Must complete the following:
• NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening
• New York State Clearance Review Background Check
• Three (3) Reference Checks
• Physical with updated TB Test (Fees may apply)
• Submit a $25 fee for NY State Clearance Review (if offered the position)
• Valid CPR/AED Pro certification through a recognized accrediting body preferred
• Valid First Aid/RTE certification through a recognized accrediting body preferred
• Must communicate effectively with youth while maintaining professionalism and demonstrating responsibility, timeliness, organization, and leadership

• Complete 15 hours of training as per summer camp child care requirements within the first three months of hire

• Problem-solve and intervene directly with youth
• Maintain adequate staff-to-participant supervision during all activities and trips.

• Design and implement unit-based curriculas on the given themes
• Manage group activities and ensure consistent engagement
• Work collaboratively with co-workers, cultivate a culture of professionalism, and act as a role model for youth participants.
• Follow daily in-house, trip, and activity schedules and procedures
• Build a positive and cohesive group culture

• Supervise a group of children and participate in all scheduled activities and trips.
• Provide competent supervision of a group of children; participate in activities and trips; and provide and maintain a safe and professional working environment.
• Maintain supplies in first aid and safety kits
• Keep updated medical and emergency contact records for each participant
• Responsible for documenting incidents and communicating incidents with supervisors and/or parents and guardians.
• Prepare attendance and other required reports
• Follow all regulations and procedures outlined in the camp’s safety plan.

• Communicate regularly and appropriately with parents.
• Work collaboratively with co-workers, cultivate a culture of professionalism, and act as a role model for youth participants.
• Complete all required paperwork.
• Come ready to work with a positive attitude and provide support and encouragement to youth.s
• Supervise and evaluate youth staff.
• Fulfill other assignments as needed.
• Clean, organize, and maintain work spaces and shared spaces throughout the facility.
• Other assignments as required by the program director.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)