HeartShare is looking for a Group Leader

The role of the Group Leader is to assist and support activity specialist to manage and document behavior. Provide homework help, facilitate activities and supervising children in programs outside of school day hours and ensuring safe environment for children. 

 

Responsibilities:

In addition to responsibilities below, performs all other duties as assigned.

Uses positive approaches when handling difficult situations.  Avoids gossip and negative discussions.  Remains flexible and adapts to change. Serves as role model for program participants.  Abides dress code.  Conducts self in a professional manner at all times. Remains sensitive and responsive to cultural differences of program participants and staff. Participates in in-service trainings and on-site workshops as required for professional growth and development.  Attends external trainings and workshops at direction of management. Represents the organization both within and outside of the work environment in a manner that promotes the mission, vision and values of the agency.  Personally, adheres to organizational mission, vision and values, in addition to all other agency policies and procedures. Assist children with homework, crafts, and other activities. Support Activity Specialist staff managing a class of about 15 middle or high school youth using a strong presence, clear, Create a safe, positive learning environment *that promotes our core values of focused effort, service, perseverance, and courage. Assist activity specialist to implement lesson plans and teambuilding activities that consider the interests and needs of the group. Assist in maintaining daily attendance records for program participants. Communicate professionally with families, teachers and community members about the program and work with them to strengthen support for youth. Accompany youth on cultural and recreational field trips.