Group Leader - Special Services Program
Program: Special Services Programs
Supervisor: Marianna Albines
Title: Group Leader
Commonpoint Queens (formerly the Samuel Field Y and the Central Queens Y) is a non-profit, multi service agency with flagship sites in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills and 33 additional sites throughout the community that provides a diverse array of programs and services that will enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within an inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad
range of social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds. General Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Assistant Director, the Group Leader is responsible for the daily supervision and safety of a group of neurodiverse children with special needs. They will provide direction to the youth workers in planning age appropriate activities which address the level of functioning in the group. The Group Leader is the direct link, communicant and helping person for the group, staff, and particularly the children. Specific Duties:
- The Group Leader is responsible to take leadership for the management of the group room.
- The Group Leader is responsible for developing individualized, age appropriate treatment plans for each child and maintaining monthly progress notes that meet regulatory compliance.
- The Group Leader will ensure that the daily schedule of activities are implemented and provide visuals for the group.
- The Group Leader will ensure that youth workers are engaged with the children at all times.
- The Group Leader will record daily attendance of children and submit accurate and completed Medicaid billing sheets to the Director within designated time periods.
- The Group Leader will provide individualized therapeutic interventions as needed.
- The Group leader will communicate any unusual behavior or physical concerns to the Program Manager, as well as documenting it on ABC sheets and progress notes.
- The Group Leader will communicate with the Assistant Director for all changes in behaviors or physical conditions of the children.
- The Group Leaders will meet regularly with the staff in their room to provide direction and support in program operations.
- The Group Leader is responsible to keep inventory of supplies and equipment necessary for planned programming.
- The Group Leader will foster accountability and responsibility for the health and safety of children and staff in their room.
- The Group Leader will serve as a role model to staff and children.
Qualifications :
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Preferred BA in related field.
- Must have experience working with children with neurodiverse needs.
Job details:
- Salary Range: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour.
- Days: Monday - Friday.
- Hours: 2:00PM - 6:00PM.
- Location: Sam Field Y 58-20 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY 11362.
To apply please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please indicate
in the subject line Group Leader Position.
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