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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Family Service League Inc.Brentwood, NY, US
5 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency who provides comprehensive services to individuals, children, and families to improve the quality of their lives at home, in the workplace, and in the community. With more than 60 social service and mental health programs in over 20 locations, Family Service League is committed to serving Long Islands most vulnerable citizens.

  • $1,500 Sign-On Bonus!

SCHEDULE

Flexible schedule.

Weekday afternoons / evenings and weekend day availability required.

SUMMARY

Family Service League is seeking a part-time Youth Development Specialist, who will be responsible for leading the educational, recreational, and enrichment programs for children and family members residing in emergency housing. Responsibilities include offering guidance and support to families, working to foster a positive, strength-based environment and providing related safety monitoring and supervising children as they return home from school.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • The Youth Development Specialist will provide direct interaction and support to children and families residing in emergency housing to build upon strengths and resources.
  • Prepare room for activities and programs and cleanup program materials.
  • Develop, plan, and implement programs and events that meet the developmental, intellectual, physical, social-emotional, and recreational needs of children of all ages.
  • Develop written lesson plans correlating to programs and activities offered.
  • Provide enrichment and work towards building good character and positive self-esteem in clients.
  • The Youth Development Specialist will practice excellent supervision and monitoring skills pertaining to the safety of children.
  • Assume bus duties to ensure all children returning from school and camp are adequately supervised.
  • Contribute to a monthly department activities calendar that ensures a balance of programs for children of all ages, gender, and cultural backgrounds.
  • Ensure play areas and activity centers are cleaned, well maintained and safe at all times.
  • The Youth Development Specialist will maintain and instruct children in keeping good hygiene.
  • Work closely with program staff to implement and maintain program performance standards.
  • Set and observe appropriate boundaries with clients; observe client confidentiality and HIPPA protocols.
  • Attend scheduled team meetings, individual supervision, and trainings as required.
  • Oversee compliance of rules, regulations, and policies of shelter.
  • Advocate for client needs.
  • Responsible for reading and understanding Policy and Procedure Manual.
  • Required to read and respond to daily emails.
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • QUALIFICATIONS

    High school diploma or equivalency required. Bachelors degree preferred.

    A minimum of 1 year of experience in Human Services or related field.

    Must have knowledge of the homeless population and DSS policies and regulations.

    Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, required.

    Excellent organizational and time management skills.

    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.

    Must be able to work independently and part of a multi-disciplinary team.

    Valid and clean NYS Drivers License required.

    Spanish language fluency preferred.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Must be able to go up and down stairs.

    Compensation details : 18.5-18.5 Hourly Wage

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