BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention. RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Create a nurturing and supportive environment for the youth. • Implement various recreational, educational, social and team building activities. • Provide classroom management and instruction. • Act as liaison with parents. • Attend regular staff meetings. • Attend First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Responding to Emergency (RTE) training. • Attend staff training sessions. • Meet monthly with program coordinator and/or program director for supervision. • Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager. QUALIFICATIONS • Associates degree required • One year experience working with youth in recreational, educational and/ or social environment. • Clearance through New York State Central Registry and New York State Office of Children and Family Services Required. • Experience with or knowledge of best practices in youth development preferred. SKILLS/ABILITIES • Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods. • Ability to occasionally lift and/ or move up to 10 pounds. • Ability to stand, walk, or sit door long periods of time. • Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits/ or field work. • Ability to bend and retrieve objects and or documents. • Ability to travel in boroughs of New York City and it adjacent counties via public transportation. • Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/ or field work. BronxWorks is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We consider qualified applicants without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities and other legally protected needs. To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected].