Group Leader - Special Services

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring a Group Leader situated within the Special Services Department. The Special Services Department plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life within an inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. Under the direction of the Director and Assistant Director, the Group Leader is responsible for the daily supervision and safety of a group of neurodiverse children with special needs. They will provide direction to the youth workers in planning age appropriate activities which address the level of functioning in the group. The Group Leader is the direct link, communicant and helping person for the group, staff, and particularly the children. This role reports directly to Marianna Albines. 

Across the agency, our seasonal and part-time staff play a crucial role in driving our initiatives forward by supporting daily operations, program delivery, and organizational goals.

● Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required. ● Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations. 

● Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment. 

● Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents. 

● The Group Leader is responsible to take leadership for the management of the group room.

● The Group Leader is responsible for developing individualized, age appropriate treatment plans for each child and maintaining monthly progress notes that meet regulatory compliance.

● The Group Leader will ensure that the daily schedule of activities are implemented and provide visuals for the group. 

● The Group Leader will ensure that youth workers are engaged with the children at all times.

● The Group Leader will record daily attendance of children and submit accurate and completed Medicaid billing sheets to the Director within designated time periods. 

● The Group Leader will provide individualized therapeutic interventions as needed 

● The Group leader will communicate any unusual behavior or physical concerns to the Program Manager, as well as documenting it on ABC sheets and progress notes. 

● The Group Leader will communicate with the Assistant Director for all changes in behaviors or physical conditions of the children. 

● The Group Leaders will meet regularly with the staff in their room to provide direction and support in program operations. 

● The Group Leader is responsible to keep inventory of supplies and equipment necessary for planned programming. 

● The Group Leader will foster accountability and responsibility for the health and safety of children and staff in their room. 

● The Group Leader will serve as a role model to staff and children. 

● At least 18 years of age 

● Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus. 

● Previous experience with neurodiverse individuals 

● BA in a related field 

● Consistently shows up prepared, follows through on assigned responsibilities, and meets expectations within established timelines. 

● Responds effectively to changing priorities, learns new tasks quickly, and applies feedback to improve performance. 

● Adheres to safety protocols, policies, and ethical standards, and represents the agency professionally in all interactions.

Commonpoint offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission-driven commitment to equity and transparency. 

To maintain fairness across the organization, salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure. 

Working schedule: Mon- Fri, 2pm- 6pm 

Part Time Position 

In Person