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Activity Specialist

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Company Overview The Staten Island Workforce1 Career Center is partnering with Central Family Life Center to find qualified candidates for an Activity Specialist - COMPASS Elementary Program in Staten Island, New York. Central Family Life Center is a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening individuals and families through educational, workforce, youth, and community programs. The organization provides safe, supportive environments where children and families can thrive while making a positive impact throughout the community.

Responsibilities

  • Support a positive and inclusive environment for participants.
  • Facilitate structured youth groups that promote teamwork and relationship building.
  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized activity areas and equipment.
  • Manage group dynamics using Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies.
  • Collaborate with Group Leaders, Content Specialists, and program leadership.
  • Participate in program training and planning sessions.
  • Deliver curriculum and activities while promoting youth engagement.

Position Overview

The Activity Specialist leads engaging enrichment activities in a specialized content area such as arts, sports, STEAM, dance, music, literacy, or recreation. The role creates a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment where youth can learn, participate, and build confidence. The Activity Specialist facilitates structured youth groups and works closely with program staff to provide high-quality programming that supports the goals of the COMPASS Elementary Program. This position is located in Staten Island, New York.

Key Responsibilities

Lead engaging activities in a specialized content area.

Requirements High School Diploma or GED. At least 1 year of relevant work experience. Demonstrated expertise or experience in a specialized content area such as sports, arts, STEAM, dance, music, literacy, or recreation required. Strong communication, facilitation, and classroom/group management skills required. Commitment to safety, youth empowerment, and the organization's community-centered mission required. Experience working with children or youth preferred. Specialized training, certification, or coursework in a related content area preferred. Monday–Friday availability from 2:00 PM–6:00 PM is required.

Pay Range

USD $22.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.