Activity Specialist

3 weeks ago


Staten Island, United States Police Athletic League Inc Full time

**Job Summary**:
**THIS JOB IS LOCATED IN: Michal J. Petrides (715 Ocean Terrace SI,NY 10301)**

Responsible for developing a broad range of social, recreation and artistic activities that promote creativity, self-expression, teamwork, discipline, commitment, and fun learning. In consultation with the Education Specialist and Center Director, plan, organize and manage related programs, staff and volunteers, and perform administrative duties that support and facilitate the above primary functions.

**Major Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Model and uphold all Agency policies and procedures.
- Ensure that age-appropriate activities are implemented for youth in K-8th grades. Plan, organize and oversee varied activities with the support of Center leadership staff, Group Leaders, volunteers, and other specialty staff. At all times, ensure safety, structure and learning. Work with the Education Specialist to ensure activities align to NYS Education Standards and support the goals of the schools participants attend.
- Promote and stimulate interest and participation in all performing arts activities.
- Provide ideas and suggestions to the Education Specialist and Center Director for improving programs as often as possible. When presenting a problem or offering constructive criticism, also present an alternative solution.
- Build positive relationships with youth and adults and serve as a role model with respect to demeanor, communication and behavior.
- Provide direction to staff in a manner that ensures that program areas are neat and clean, and that equipment and supplies are managed appropriately.
- Quickly identify and seek to resolve conflicts and behavioral problems in consultation with the program coordinator.

**Additional Responsibilities**:

- Plan and post activity schedules and evidence of work in approved areas.
- Make periodic reports/announcements on program activities and evaluate participation, progress and development of program youth.
- Responsible for the inventory, ordering, care and maintenance of all related supplies and equipment.
- File incident reports (accidents, injuries, altercations) no later than the day of the incident.
- When directed, attend meetings with staff, parents, volunteers and community residents as needed to assist in program delivery and promotion of programs.
- Interact with parents and keep open lines of communication to better understand and manage the children.

**Skills/Knowledge Required**
- A minimum of two years of academic preparation in an arts or recreation discipline, or other equivalent training.
- A minimum of two years of work experience in a non-profit youth or social service agency with supervisory experience.
- A minimum of two years of experience working with youth in elementary or middle school.
- Demonstrated skills and competency as an instructor and artist.
- Understanding of conflict resolution, mediation and mentoring concepts.
- Good communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to speak professionally to staff, members, parents, groups and community residents.
- Familiarity with office protocols involving dress, demeanor, record keeping, confidentiality, staff meetings, visitors, and employee use of supplies and equipment.

**Disclaimer**:
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
- A minimum of two years of academic preparation in an arts or recreation discipline, or other equivalent training.
- A minimum of two years of work experience in a non-profit youth or social service agency with supervisory experience.
- A minimum of two years of experience working with youth in elementary or middle school.
- Demonstrated skills and competency as an instructor and artist.
- Understanding of conflict resolution, mediation and mentoring concepts.
- Good communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to speak professionally to staff, members, parents, groups and community residents.
- Familiarity with office protocols involving dress, demeanor, record keeping, confidentiality, staff meetings, visitors, and employee use of supplies and equipment.

**Salary: $17.00-$19.00 Hourly



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