Arts & Crafts Specialist - Jamaica

Salary Range: $17.00 To $22.00 Hourly ARTS & CRAFTS SPECIALIST We are excited to invite a passionate and caring Arts & Crafts Specialist to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for a dedicated Arts & Crafts Specialist to work in the Day Camp program at our Families w/ Children facility in the Jamaica area of Queens, NY. This position is a seasonal, full-time position from June 24th– August 21st.

As the Arts & Crafts Specialist, you will plan and lead age-appropriate creative projects that align with camp goals and engage campers’ interests. This role emphasizes teaching artistic techniques, managing materials safely, and encouraging creativity and self-expression in a supportive environment. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve.

ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS: Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC. Our family residences are more than just a place to sleep. Families can make the most of their stay through accessing an array of onsite programs.

Many of these programs are also available to people living in the local community. Our goal is to have a positive impact so families can thrive long after they leave our shelters. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and implement a diverse range of age-appropriate arts and crafts projects that align with camp objectives and camper interests.

Instruct campers in various artistic techniques, including painting, drawing, sculpting, and crafting, while providing clear guidance and constructive feedback. Maintain an organized, well-stocked arts and crafts area and ensure the safe and responsible use of materials, tools, and art mediums. Create a supportive environment that encourages creativity, self-expression, artistic exploration, and appropriate team work and collaboration.

Supervise and engage campers during field trip days, ensuring their safety and positive participation throughout the trip. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Highschool Diploma or equivalent.

Demonstrated ability to lead activities with children and teens. Knowledgeable in a variety of arts and crafts activities required. Prior experience success fully teaching arts and crafts is a plus.

Childcare or day camp experience is a plus. Ability to pass a background check, physical exam, and up to date on all required immunizations. Additional special skills and certifications (First Aid, CPR, EMT, etc.) are a plus.

COMPENSATION/EEO: In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, full-time permanent employees are eligible for excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks vacation , 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid holidays. Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law. TIME SHIFT: 8-hour shifts, Monday – Friday Includes a 1-hour unpaid lunch break (7 paid hours per day) Shifts scheduled between 7:30am – 6:30pm HOURLY RATE: $17 - $22 an hour