Instructor (Youth Facilitator II), Van Dyke Cornerstone

Instructor (Youth Facilitator II)CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors, and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 72,000 individuals and families each year at our 100 locations, including 10,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families live in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. 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. The Instructor (Youth Facilitator II) maintains professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality. They practice universal precautions/standard protocol & procedures. They comply with any and all federal, state, city, and CAMBA security and privacy policies intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information. They research and develop instructional materials, workshop activities, and lesson plans related to podcasting, audio production, digital media, and other scheduled studio curriculum tracks. They plan and facilitate structured studio workshops that introduce participants to podcast development, recording techniques, audio editing, storytelling, and digital content creation. They provide individual and group instruction to participants of varying skill levels, ensuring an accessible, engaging, and supportive learning environment. They coordinate and deliver scheduled studio sessions in accordance with the CRR program calendar and grant objectives. They open, operate, and close the podcasting studio and computer lab during designated public operating hours. They provide assistance to walk-in community residents utilizing the computer lab during open community access hours, including support with basic computer operations and digital literacy needs. They register participants and maintain accurate daily attendance records, including participant sign-in and sign-out documentation. They maintain and update monthly program utilization logs to accurately reflect participation, studio usage, and computer lab activities. They set up, operate, and properly secure audio recording equipment, cameras, lighting, computers, and other studio resources. They supervise participants' use of studio equipment and provide instruction on proper handling, operation, and safety procedures. They maintain an accurate inventory of studio and computer lab equipment, reporting any damaged, missing, or malfunctioning items to program leadership. They ensure all equipment is properly broken down, organized, stored, and secured at the conclusion of each operating session. They prepare instructional materials, equipment, and studio spaces in advance of scheduled workshops and activities. They monitor participant engagement and progress, providing individualized guidance and support as needed. They promote a positive, inclusive, and collaborative environment that encourages creativity, skill development, and community participation. They assist with participant outreach and registration to encourage community engagement in CRR workshops and services. They collect and organize program data, participation records, and workshop outcomes to support quarterly grant progress reports. They participate in administrative meetings, staff meetings, and program planning sessions as requested. They communicate program needs, equipment concerns, participant issues, and operational updates to program leadership in a timely manner. They ensure that all studio activities, computer lab services, and administrative responsibilities are conducted in accordance with CAMBA policies, program procedures, and CRR grant requirements. They perform other duties as assigned. Education, Licenses and/or Certifications Required: High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma. Minimum Experiences and Skills Required: Three (3) years of professional experience in the instructor's subject-matter area, such as arts, media, content creation, or photography. Demonstrated experience in youth facilitation or group facilitation. Experience developing lesson plans, curriculum, or project-based learning activities. Experience working with elementary, middle school, and high school students preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills. Pre and/or Post Employment Requirements: Successfully complete and maintain all required background checks and clearances throughout employment, as required by applicable federal, New York State, and New York City regulations and as outlined in the pre/post-employment requirements. Failure to maintain required clearances may result in removal from duties involving children and/or further employment action. New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Sex Offender Registry (SOR) clearanceNew York State Central Register (SCR) clearance for child abuse and maltreatment New York State Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearanceNew York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) clearance, as applicable Criminal background check and fingerprinting, as requiredDOE Personnel Eligibility Tracking System (PETS) clearance, as applicable Submit medical tuberculosis (TB) test results as part of the onboarding process. S-95/F-07 exam and FDNY Certificate of Fitness obtained within two (2) weeks of hire Completion of the required health and safety trainings listed below within the first week of employment: Foundations in Health and Safety (5 hours) Building on Foundations in Health and Safety (5 hours) Identifying and Responding to Anaphylaxis: Elijah's Law (1.5 hours) Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Trauma-Informed Practice (45 minutes) Mandated Reporter Training (2 hours) Getting Ready to Work with Youth Training (30 min) Must complete a one-hour training, provided by DYCD, on the following topics: Mental health and mental illness Engagement and de-escalation strategies Referral and crisis management protocols Mental health resources