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ABOUT COMMONPOINT

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.

ABOUT THE ROLE

To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring an Art Assistant situated within the Summer of Arts and Sports Day Camp. The Summer of Arts and Sports Day Camp plays a vital role in creating a positive summer experience for the youth of Forest Hills. The individual hired as Art Assistant will support the Art Specialist in delivering engaging, age-appropriate visual arts programming for campers. They will assist with activity preparation, guide campers through projects, and help maintain a creative and organized art environment. This role reports directly to the Art Specialist and Camp Directors.

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.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Agency Expectations

• 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.

Role Expectations

• Assist the Art Specialist in setting up and leading daily art activities.

• Prepare, organize, and distribute art materials and supplies.

• Support campers during art projects, encouraging creativity, participation, and positive engagement.

• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized art space.

• Take initiative in assisting with clean-up and transitions between activities.

• Ensure proper use and care of art supplies and equipment.

• Foster an inclusive and supportive environment for campers of all abilities.

• Attend and participate in staff meetings, orientations, and camp activities as required.

• Maintain strong attendance and punctuality; arrive on time and remain until dismissed by leadership.

• Maintain a professional attitude at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY ATTRIBUTES:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.

• Interest in art, creativity, or working with children.

• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with staff.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience working with children or in a camp setting.

• Background or interest in visual arts.

• Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus.

• Bilingual Preferred

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS & JOB DETAILS

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Environment: Primarily indoors in a camp facility, with regular outdoor activities including playground time and scheduled swimming sessions.

• Exposures: Exposure to typical indoor and outdoor conditions, including moderate noise levels from children and staff, and seasonal weather during outdoor activities (heat, sun, or light rain).

• Essential Physical Requirements: Ability to actively engage with children, including standing, walking, bending, stooping, and participating in recreational activities. Must be able to supervise children in and around water and participate in swimming activities.

• Physical Effort/Lifting: Light physical effort required; ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

• Work Schedule: Regular daytime hours, typically 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. No late nights required. Occasional weekend work may be required depending on camp programming.

• Travel Requirements: Occasional local travel for off-site field trips; no overnight travel required

JOB DETAILS

Working schedule: Mon- Fri, 8:30am- 4:30pm

Non Union Position

In Person

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer