Education & Youth Development Programs: CAMBA operates more than 20 after school and summer camp programs in New York City, serving over 10,000 elementary and middle school children. This programming includes supper and socialization; homework help; science, technology, engineering and math (STEM); literacy enrichment; recreation activities; conflict resolution; clubs; and community circle. Programs operate during the school year, in the summer, and on most school holidays.
What does the Assistant Youth Facilitator do:
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Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures.
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Comply with all Federal, State, City, and CAMBA security and privacy policies to protect the confidentiality of individual health information.
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Ensure the safety and security of all participants by following program protocols and procedures, including supervision, accident and incident reporting.
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Participate in daily Five-Minute Meetings (FMM) before the start of each session to review the day’s plan and assigned responsibilities.
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Support participants in following program guidelines and expectations.
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Assist program leaders and specialists in implementing and documenting program-wide incentive systems.
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Supervise participants in hallways, restrooms, and classrooms to maintain a safe environment.
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Take daily attendance and assist with tracking participant engagement.
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Help with classroom and activity setup before and after sessions.
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Distribute, collect, and store instructional materials, sports equipment, and games.
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Support individuals or groups in completing activities to reinforce learning concepts.
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Follow procedures for arrival and dismissal, snack distribution, transitions, and trip guidelines.
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Assist in the facilitation of club activities and enrichment sessions.
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Operate learning aids such as projectors, recorders, or other instructional technology.
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Prepare and organize materials and supplies for activities as needed.
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Adjust to evolving program needs and take on additional tasks as assigned.
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Tasks may be modified, expanded, and/or assigned over time to meet program needs.
Minimum Education, Experiences and Skills Required:
Experience working with and supervising children under the age of 13 years old
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
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All Programs:
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Must obtain medical exam certifying good health dated within 2 years of start of camp;
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Must provide 2 references; 1 character and 1 professional reference
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Ability to maintain NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services Sex Offender Registry clearance
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Ability to adapt to the culture and environment of the program
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Ability and willingness to participate in field trips, requiring dealing with outdoor weather conditions during working hours.
