Activity Specialist
Workforce 1 · Staten Island, New York
Posted Oct 5, 2026 · Verified open Oct 10, 2026
Apply on the employer's siteFind more jobs like this on LandMeAbout the job
Company Overview
The Staten Island Workforce1 Career Center is partnering with Central Family Life Center to find qualified candidates for an Activity Specialist - COMPASS Elementary Program in Staten Island, New York. Central Family Life Center is a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening individuals and families through educational, workforce, youth, and community programs. The organization provides safe, supportive environments where children and families can thrive while making a positive impact throughout the community.
Position Overview
The Activity Specialist leads engaging enrichment activities in a specialized content area such as arts, sports, STEAM, dance, music, literacy, or recreation. The role creates a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment where youth can learn, participate, and build confidence. The Activity Specialist facilitates structured youth groups and works closely with program staff to provide high-quality programming that supports the goals of the COMPASS Elementary Program.
This position is located in Staten Island, New York.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead engaging activities in a specialized content area.
- Support a positive and inclusive environment for participants.
- Facilitate structured youth groups that promote teamwork and relationship building.
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized activity areas and equipment.
- Manage group dynamics using Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies.
- Collaborate with Group Leaders, Content Specialists, and program leadership.
- Participate in program training and planning sessions.
- Deliver curriculum and activities while promoting youth engagement.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated expertise or experience in a specialized content area such as sports, arts, STEAM, dance, music, literacy, or recreation required.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and classroom/group management skills required.
- Commitment to safety, youth empowerment, and the organization's community-centered mission required.
- Experience working with children or youth preferred.
- Specialized training, certification, or coursework in a related content area preferred.
- Monday–Friday availability from 2:00 PM–6:00 PM is required.
Pay Range
USD $22.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.