Cornerstone Activity Specialist - Mitchel Community Center

Job Details: Job Location: Mitchel Community Center - Bronx, NY, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: $22.00 - $25.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Varies, Job Category: Education, Position Title

Cornerstone Activity Specialist 

Department

Cornerstone

Site/Location

Mitchel Community Center

Job Classification (HR Use Only)

Non-Exempt

Part-Time 

Salary Range

$22 - $25 per hour

Reports To

Cornerstone Program Director

MISSION STATEMENT

East Side House cares for the individuals, families, and communities we serve by expanding opportunities to live more fulfilling lives through education, career, and supportive services.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/ Objective

East Side House Settlement is a community resource in the South Bronx. We believe education is the key that enables all people to create an economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families and the communities. We are seeking a dynamic, hard-working and creative leader who shares our passion for providing exceptional programming to children and families in the Mott Haven neighborhood of the South Bronx & Inwood section in Manhattan. 

East Side House is looking for a highly-motivated, organized, and supportive person to work at East Side House Youth After-School Academy, a literacy-focused after school program for students in grades 6 through 8 from high-poverty communities in Bronx, NY. The Activity Specialists primary responsibility is to design and lead a diverse enrichment activities for middle school youth, adults, and seniors. We run evening teen centers; and college readiness as well as youth employment programs.  We are seeking creative professionals with experience working with the youth in the following (but not limited to) areas: Music, visual arts, martial arts, media technology, dance, sports and recreation (soccer, tennis, basketball, volleyball or lacrosse), health awareness and community leadership. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Cornerstone Program Director , the Cornerstone Activity Specialist , will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

Ensure the safety and engagement of participants in assigned activities 
Create, and implement successful educational, recreation, arts activities, youth leadership, STEM, and community service lesson plans. 
Facilitate purposeful activities that foster the development of new skills in students, while reinforcing skills/information previously taught 
Assist in all activities needed for the orderly operation of the program, inclusive of: supervising participants during snack/supper, facilitating dismissal, conducting field trips, hosting special events, etc. 
Work with Group Leaders, engaging them in the lesson plan development process and modeling activity facilitation to help Group Leaders develop professionally and eventually to become Activity Specialists 
Provide strong classroom and behavioral management skills, ensuring that all participants follow agency and program rules 
Complete all projects and tasks as requested, while ensuring the safety and security of all participants and the smooth operation of programming. 
Build positive relations with youth and adults to serve as a role model with respect to demeanor, communication, and behavior. 
Adhere to and 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 Director and /or Assistant Program Director. 
Actively participate in all aspects of professional development, including scheduled supervision, team meetings, pre-service training, and additional paid professional development training required. Demonstrate key competencies including: initiative, teamwork, cooperation, preparedness, professionalism, reliability and a willingness to continuously improve 
Organize and/or participate in external special events to promote the Agency's mission and image, cultivate relationships, and generate broad support.
Adhere to all ESH policies, practices, and procedures 

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications: Qualifications

To perform this position successfully, the NAME POSITION must be able to fulfill all the elements of the job description to the highest standard and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy and collaborative work environment.  Additional qualifications include:

Required Skills/Experience:

Appropriate training or certification in their area of specialty; Associates college degree preferred 
Entrepreneur mind-set
Minimum of two years experience working with middle school-aged children, young adults and adults, preferably in a racially, ethically, and socio-economically diverse urban community
Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Goal oriented and focused on outcome and results 
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills 
Competency in youth development and child care 
Demonstrate the ability to engage, motivate and effectively work to create interactive enrichment activities that are age-appropriate 
Genuine enthusiasm for developing professional skills through training opportunities and field practice Ability to work as part of a team 
Ability to communicate and work effectively and respectfully with a broad range of diverse constituent.
Knowledge of DYCD and DOH mandates
Knowledge of classroom management.
Which systems will the staff be using, zoom, Microsoft teams, Google classroom, and Google Meet. 

Clearance

Department of Health Fingerprint Clearance
State Central Registry (SCR) Clearance, ($25.00 Fee)
Staff Exclusion List (SEL) Clearance
Physical examination and TB test

Supervisory Responsibility

This role has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is generally a sedentary role; however, some filing and site visits are required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional community-based environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Expected Work Schedule
The work schedule expected for this position is: Availability between 10:00 am- 3 pm; Saturday - Sunday, as aligned to the needs of the program/ service.   The schedule may be adjusted based on ESH’s operational needs, with notice provided whenever possible.

EEO Statement

East Side House (ESH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.