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.

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.

• 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.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience required.
• 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.