General Maintenance Worker

2029 2nd Ave, New York City NY

Description

Union Settlement is an on-the-ground resource for East Harlem residents of all ages, and a passionate advocate for the needs of underserved communities. Since opening our doors in 1895, we have brought education, wellness and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to better their lives. More than 350 staff work in our organization, and our services impact 10,000 people every year. By helping our neighbors realize their goals, we build the vitality and success of East Harlem. For more information about Union Settlement, please visit our website at www.unionsettlement.org. Position: General Maintenance Worker Department: Youth Services Reports to: Program Director Hours: 25-35 hours per week Salary: $16.00 FLSA: Non-Exempt Program Dates: 8 weeks Locations: Gaylord White Community Center Jefferson Community Center Position Summary: The Art Coordinator will be responsible for program development, activity facilitation, and classroom and team management to ensure activities are interesting and meet program criteria. Responsibilities: • Oversee alignment of program activities with arts programming that utilizes strong Youth Development standards. Supervise all activities to ensure standards are met. • Assist in the facilitation of curriculum development and ensure curriculum alignment at all sites. • Ensure all areas are prepared to be utilized and assist in creating a programming calendar. • Arts Coordinator engages participants in interactive art projects in a variety of mediums including but not limited to: graph arts, drawing, painting, jewelry making, etc. • Engage participants in interactive workshops in healthy decision-making techniques. • Provide extra program support as needed. • Lead workshops and training sessions in their area of expertise to meet the needs of participants and staff. • Supervise and input developmentally appropriate activities for participants in areas of visual arts. • Conduct ongoing program assessment to ensure that each activity is well attended and make changes as necessary. • Create weekly attendance logs to be reviewed at weekly leader meetings. • Attend program meetings and professional development workshops as coordinated by program leadership. • Work cooperatively with staff, participants, and parents as needed. • Participate in special events, staff meetings and trips as required. • Additional duties as assigned by Program Director, Operations Manager, Associate Director of Intervention and Prevention Services and Director of Youth Services. Qualifications: • HS Diploma or equivalent with a strong teaching background in Dance/Drama • At least 3 years’ experience teaching in chosen field at a high level. • Demonstrated experience of excellence in chosen field. • Ability to plan and execute dynamic exhibits, closing programs, or demonstration of concepts learned. • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. • Strong verbal, written, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced, challenging, and constantly changing environment. • Innovation and patience. • Experience and/or interest in working with youth ages 13-24. • Demonstrated understanding of the challenges facing youth in an urban setting. • Candidates must complete successful background, criminal records, fingerprinting, and reference checks. To Apply: Please apply with a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references. UNION SETTLEMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER