Youth Worker - PS 169

Commonpoint • Bayside, NY

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Commonpoint is a community-focused organization serving over 125,000 individuals annually across more than 90 program sites. We offer a wide range of programs from early childhood to older adulthood, aiming to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community. The Youth Worker role is crucial in supporting the daily implementation of high-quality afterschool programming. This position involves creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for youth, assisting with participant supervision, activity implementation, positive youth development, and daily program operations, all while adhering to DYCD and Commonpoint quality standards. Seasonal and part-time staff are vital to our operations, supporting daily activities, program delivery, and organizational goals. This role reports to the Program Director.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent OR at least one (1) year of experience working with children under 13 years of age.
• Staff must be at least 18 years old to supervise participants independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with youth and work collaboratively with staff.
• Successfully complete all required background clearances and agency onboarding requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an afterschool, school, camp, recreation, or youth development setting.
• Experience supporting elementary and/or middle school-aged youth.
• Bilingual skills are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
• Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.
• Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.
• Supervise participants during program hours, transitions, trips, and special events.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment while following all agency safety procedures.
• Support positive behavior using restorative and trauma-informed practices.
• Report incidents, injuries, and concerns according to agency procedures.
• Support daily implementation of academic, enrichment, SEL, leadership, recreation, literacy, and STEM activities.
• Encourage youth participation and engagement.
• Prepare materials, assist with activity setup and cleanup, and support homework assistance as assigned.
• Assist with family events, showcases, and field trips.
• Build positive relationships and serve as a positive role model.
• Foster teamwork, leadership, communication, and social-emotional growth.
• Reinforce program expectations while encouraging youth voice and participation.
• Support attendance procedures and required program documentation.
• Maintain participant confidentiality and follow DYCD, DOE, and Commonpoint policies.
• Assist with emergency drills and complete all required training.
• Help maintain organized program spaces and materials.
• Work collaboratively with staff, and school partners.
• Communicate professionally and refer concerns to program leadership.
• Participate in meetings, training, and coaching while demonstrating professionalism, flexibility, and accountability.

Benefits

• Competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area.
• Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact.
• Salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation.
• New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED