Summer Rising- 33200 SYEP Campus Magnet - Activity Specialist
The Child Center of NYstrengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Seeking to hire Activity Specialist who will play an active role in observing and monitoring activities of Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) participants. The SYEP Activity Specialist will process payroll and handle multiple assignments. The candidate must have a proven track record in customer service. Facilitate weekly educational workshops for 20-40 program participants (ages 14-24) with a provided curriculum. Maintain participant files, time sheets and evaluations. Attend all related meetings, trainings and supervisions as required. To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required.
- Effective communications skills, both oral and written form;
- Excellent organizational skills essential to maintain accurate records;
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;
- Interact professionally with participants, staff, clients and community partners in a professional manner;
- Work collaboratively with other team members to meet common goals;
- Sensitivity and awareness to different cultures
- Conduct himself/herself as a professional at all times as per TCCNY’s policy on conduct, appearance and adherence to the overall organizational policy
- Bilingual (Spanish speaking) preferred.
- Proficient Microsoft Office Suite computer knowledge (Excel, PowerPoint).
Hours: 28 hours per week
Days: Wednesday-Thursday 7:30 am -2:30 pm Friday 8:00 am -12:00 pm
Pay rate: $20.00
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- 30 College credits and one (1) year work experience related to customer service and administrative duties OR High School Diploma or High School Equivalency with two (2) year’s work related experience in lieu of college credits;
- Experience working with Youth Development Services a plus
The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Hiring Rate $20.00
- Cambria Heights, Queens, NY, USA