• Project Facilitator, Youth Employment Programs

    RiseBoro Homecare Inc. (Brooklyn, NY)


    Location(s): There are multiple locations available for this position.

     

    + 1474 Gates Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

    + 125 Covert Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207

    + 35 Starr Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221

    + 220 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Under the general supervision of the Project Developer , the Project Facilitator of Youth Employment Programs will provide project-based learning workshops to participants of the Summer Youth Employment Program. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

     

    + Attend Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and RiseBoro facilitated Project-Based curricula training sessions to become proficient in the assigned project

    + Responsible for the facilitation of assigned project-based learning experiences to two cohorts of SYEP participants daily

    + Compile and maintain project portfolios

    + Supervise, interact and engage the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) participants at all times

    + Track and record daily attendance

    + Actively participate in weekly team meetings with Program Director, Project Director, and Educational Coordinator

    + Coordinate and complete the presentation of a culminating program project

    + Complete other related assignments and tasks as specified by the Project Developer

    COMPETENCIES

    + Demonstrated direct service experience with youth or demonstrated teaching experience

    + Demonstrated experience facilitating project-based activities or leading after-school program activities is preferred

    + Ability to effectively multi-task, follow up processes, problem-solve, and use independent judgment to produce quality work

    + Ability to effectively lead and inspire a classroom of teenagers

    + Ability to maintain detailed records, complete necessary paperwork and meet prescribed deadlines

    + Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

    + Strong oral and written communication skills

    + Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain positive relationships

    + A self-starter with a positive enthusiastic attitude and the ability to engage, connect, and exude commitment and passion for the work required

    + Ability to be flexible and adaptable

    + Proficiency in MS Office Suite

    + Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team

    + Commitment to RiseBoro’s mission, vision, and values

    + Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism/bias; ability to understand their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities

    + Demonstrated commitment to supporting communities that have experienced systemic oppression i.e. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice-involved persons, etc.

     

    EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

     

    + High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of two (2) years of direct service experience working with youth required OR;

    + College course credits with a minimum of two (2) years of direct service experience working with youth required OR;

    + Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of two (2) years of direct service experience working with youth required; professional teaching experience preferred

    Qualifications

    It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.