Thrive and Change Lives

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

Flexible Work Schedules

Remitted Tuition

Professional Development

Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits

Professional Supervision and Coaching

Recognition and Appreciation Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

The Summer Youth Leader is responsible for providing an educational experience that prepares refugee students, aged 4 to 19, for school in the United States. They create and implement lesson plans, teaching selected topics with the help of prepared syllabi. Their goal is to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills for success in an American school setting. Additionally, Youth Leaders lead engaging activities that promote a fun, encouraging, and safe environment. They are also responsible for maintaining classroom cleanliness and organization. Assistants support the Youth Leaders in teaching, programming, and classroom maintenance, ensuring a smooth implementation of activities and providing individual or group support to students. Together, Youth Leaders and Assistants contribute to a positive and enriching educational experience for refugee students.

Pay For This Position is $18.00. This Position is Full Time From July 14th, 2025 to August 22nd 2025, 35 Hours a Week.

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

• At least one year of college attendance.
• Experience working with children in a classroom setting and/or leading group activities.
• Ideal candidates should possess qualities such as flexibility, patience, teamwork, and high energy.
• Strong understanding of diverse cultures is strongly desired.

Licenses/Certificate/Clearances:

• Valid N.Y.S. Child Abuse Registry clearance.

Skills and Abilities:

• Customer service skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at client's homes and/or community facilities that may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to work with children/adults in a challenging and active environment.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building on our foundation of a diverse workforce; and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages the recruitment and engagement of a workforce that fully represents the community we serve. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race), color, creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, prior arrest/conviction record, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status of being transgender, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by law.