Youth Facilitator , COMPASS Program at PS

Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180integrated programs in:
Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 72,000individuals and families each year at our 100locations, including 10,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe.

Over 85% of our families live in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.

The CAMBA After-School Program at PS 212 is funded by the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and other funders, to serve approximately 148 children and youth in grades K-5. Children participate in program activities (such as homework help, conflict resolution, academic enrichment, recreation and creative arts programming) during after school hours and thirteen school holidays.

Reports To:
Program Director

Location: 87 Bay 49 th Street Brooklyn, NY 11214

What Does a Youth Facilitator I/ Group Leader Do:

• Ensure the safety and security of each program participant by following CAMBA Education and Youth Development Staff Policies and Procedures Handbook, including but not limited to procedures and protocols regarding safety, supervision, accident and incident reporting.
• Lead the 5-minute meeting (FMM) before the start of program each day in order to share information about the plan for the day with the Assistant Facilitator.
• Respond promptly and effectively to any incidents, including accidents, behavioral issues, or emergencies.
• Research new materials and methods of instruction to keep curriculum current and relevant.
• Actively support and guide students and staff in adhering to program guidelines on a daily basis.
• Design daily lesson plans to meet core course objectives.
• Actively supervise students in the hallways, bathrooms, and classrooms to maintain a safe and conducive environment.
• Coordinate curriculum and daily activities with school personnel, as appropriate.
• Ensure accurate daily student attendance records, collaborating with Youth Workers to maintain these records.
• Oversee the setup of classrooms before activities and ensure that rooms are cleaned and materials are stored properly afterward
• Directly facilitate and/or oversee the facilitation of skills-building activities as required by the program, ensuring they align with program goals and objectives.
• Manage classrooms and/or small groups effectively to maximize client learning.
• Review all homework assignments.
• Participate in administrative and staff meetings as requested.as well as participate in staff trainings.
• Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports, as requested.
• Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over time.
• Lead activities on SEL, Physical Activity, Academic Support/HW Help, STEAM & Literacy, and Introduction to College/Careers,
  • Attend weekly staff PD and holiday PD days. In addition, completion of monthly self-paced trainings
  • Display program board daily (program includes Group agreements, consequences, jobs, etc.).
  • Daily completion of the classroom check list
  • Daily completion of the homework check list
  • Implementation and documentation of program wide incentive programs on a daily basis

Education, Licenses and/or Certifications

Required:

• Be 18 years or older, with at least two years of direct experience working…