Summer Activity Specialist
Heartshare, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Summer Activity Specialist
HeartShare St. Vincent's Services (HSVS) is currently seeking Summer Activity Specialists to plan, lead, and supervise recreational and theme-based activities for participants in our Summer Camp program. This role plays a key part in creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment that supports youth development and promotes positive experiences throughout the summer from July - August 2026.
Summer Activity Specialists must be available to work Monday - Friday, 9-6 PM.
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:
Assist in the development of age-appropriate activities in one or more discipline or content area
Provide direct supervision of youth activities
Submit weekly activity plans
Lead activities related to recreation and theme-based such as (Arts, Dance, STEM, Literacy, Nutrition, or Organized sports.
Assist in maintaining daily attendance records for program participants
Assist in the provision of basic counseling services as needed (peer mediation, self-control, decision making)
Accompany youth on cultural and recreational field trips
Assist in ensuring a safe environment for program participants
Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive atmosphere; Collaborate with other staff members to coordinate group activities
Actively participate in all professional development sessions, supervision, and team meetings
Maintain and organize activities and equipment
Adhere to agency policies and procedures
Qualifications:
High School diploma (Required)
Associate's degree in child development, recreation, or a related field (preferred)
Minimum of 1-2 years' experience working with youth in child development, recreation, or a related field
Heartshare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to Leaves@heartshare.org.
HeartShare St. Vincent's Services (HSVS) is currently seeking Summer Activity Specialists to plan, lead, and supervise recreational and theme-based activities for participants in our Summer Camp program. This role plays a key part in creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment that supports youth development and promotes positive experiences throughout the summer from July - August 2026.
Summer Activity Specialists must be available to work Monday - Friday, 9-6 PM.
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:
Assist in the development of age-appropriate activities in one or more discipline or content area
Provide direct supervision of youth activities
Submit weekly activity plans
Lead activities related to recreation and theme-based such as (Arts, Dance, STEM, Literacy, Nutrition, or Organized sports.
Assist in maintaining daily attendance records for program participants
Assist in the provision of basic counseling services as needed (peer mediation, self-control, decision making)
Accompany youth on cultural and recreational field trips
Assist in ensuring a safe environment for program participants
Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive atmosphere; Collaborate with other staff members to coordinate group activities
Actively participate in all professional development sessions, supervision, and team meetings
Maintain and organize activities and equipment
Adhere to agency policies and procedures
Qualifications:
High School diploma (Required)
Associate's degree in child development, recreation, or a related field (preferred)
Minimum of 1-2 years' experience working with youth in child development, recreation, or a related field
Heartshare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to Leaves@heartshare.org.