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Group Leader - Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)

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Rising Tide Effect’s Swim Corps Summer Program

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Role Details:

Hours: 27-30 hours per week (paid hourly)

Type: Part-time, Seasonal

Program Runs: Tues/Wed/Thurs 8:30-5:30pm. *Some administrative hours may be required on Mon & Fri.

Start Date: July 1, 2025

End Date: Aug 31, 2025

Description:

Rising Tide Effect’s mission is to empower a positive evolution in underserved and at risk communities through water safety and instruction. We free people from fear & access joy, using water as the medium. The Swim Corps program was launched in 2023 and is ready to welcome this season’s group leaders and participants.

Our group leaders are responsible for ensuring safety in and around the pool, supporting our participants during excursions like surfing and kayaking and enforcing our code of conduct. This role involves working directly with individuals ages 16 to 24 years old, whilst displaying good leadership skills. Additionally, group leaders are expected to track the participant’s hours, ensure the participants get to each event / location on time, and clearly communicate if there are any changes to the program agenda.

You will work closely with other group leaders for support, as well as our Program Director who is there to ensure you have all the necessary information and resources to succeed in your role. You are expected to collaborate with the Program Director to solve any problems that may arise during the program, to ensure all participants are safe and included and to provide feedback on what is working well or not working well as part of the program.

Apply today for your chance to grow your experience with young adults, further develop your leadership skills and have fun in and around bodies of water in New York City!

Key responsibilities:

• Pre-Program Preparation: Complete all onboarding tasks, including submitting all documents and payroll details, attending required orientations and staff training, and setting up communication channels with participant’s details.

• Daily Leadership: Ensure participants are registered, equipped with their gear, and engaged throughout the day. Maintain accurate time logs for both yourself and participants, and address any issues promptly with the Program Director.

• Weekly Coordination: Communicate weekly schedules, updates, and expectations to participants. Ensure homework is completed and participants are prepared for each session.

• On-Site and Off-Site Management: Foster teamwork and accountability within your cohort, maintain cleanliness and order at all locations, and represent Rising Tide Effect with professionalism.

• Program Graduation: Celebrate the cohort's success by completing all graduation related tasks, and answering any end of program questions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be legally allowed to work in the state of New York

• Must be a minimum of 20 years of age

• Must pass a certified background check

Additional preferences (not required):

• Experience in child care, summer camps, coaching, lifeguarding, or as a swim instructor

• A driver’s licence, valid in New York State

• CPR Certification

• Lifeguard Certification

• Experience in Google Sheets / Microsoft Excel

• Experience with Google Calendar

What we provide:

• Free lunch provided every day (Tues to Thurs)

• Free uniform

• Training and coaching in leadership skills

• Staff training to set you up for success

• Access to Rising Tide’s leadership team who is there to help guide and support you

• A chance to experience fun excursions including kayaking, surfing, ferry boat rides and more

• An opportunity to learn more about public health and safety topics that will also support you with good health practices, and improved mental health

To learn more about Rising Tide Effect and the Swim Corps program, visit our the NYCHA Program Page at: https://www.risingtideeffect.org/us-ny-nycha-swim-corps