Social & Community ServicesCommunity Outreach & Programs
About the job
Requirements
Be at least 18 years old and have at least two years of direct experience working with children under 13.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Complete 15 hours of professional development annually.
Responsibilities
Facilitate group activities and ensure participant safety.
Support youth behavior management using restorative approaches.
Assist with attendance, documentation, and student engagement.
Maintain open communication with families and school staff.
Support the Activity Specialist in providing a safe and positive environment for school-age children during recreation, learning, interaction, and academic and personal growth opportunities.
Supervise a consistent group of students and implement engaging activities supporting social-emotional learning, service learning, and academic enrichment under the direction of the Program Director or Assistant Program Director.
Desired Qualifications
Have an associate’s degree.
Counseling In Schools (CIS) is a dynamic community-based organization founded in 1986 with a mission to promote the emotional and social growth of children so that they can thrive in school and succeed in life. Counseling In Schools has created and fostered relationships with local schools, shelters, and communities to enable New York City’s children to thrive – academically, socially, and emotionally. Our expert team includes licensed mental health and youth development professionals who fully integrate into the community, providing programs that equip children, families, teachers, and administrators with the right tools for preventing and coping with the challenges they face. We envision and work toward a bright future, full of possibilities, where each child can flourish and reach their full potential.
Position Summary:
Counseling In Schools is seeking passionate and enthusiastic people to fill the part-time Group Leader position throughout multiple locations in NY. This role is critical to the successful operation of the Counseling In Schools school year programs. You will support the Activity Specialist in providing a safe and positive environment for school-age children during opportunities for recreation, learning, interaction, and academic/personal growth. Additionally, you will supervise a consistent group of students, implementing engaging activities and supporting SEL, service learning, and academic enrichment under the direction of the Program Director or Assistant Program Director.
Reports to: Program Director or Assistant Director
Duties and Responsibilities:
Facilitate group activities and ensure participant safety.
Support youth behavior management using restorative approaches.
Assist with attendance, documentation, and student engagement.
Maintain open communication with families and school staff.
Qualifications:
At least 18 years old with 2 years of direct experience working with children under 13.
Associate’s degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.
Must complete 15 hours of PD annually.
Compensation: $20-$25/ hour; commensurate with experience