Activities Specialist - 85 Lexington Avenue

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

403(b) retirement plan

FSAs

Job summary

Bowery Residents' Committee (BRC) is seeking a full-time facilitator to lead groups daily, focusing on motivation, behavior within the facility and community relations. You will work with clients on positive reinforcement and offer programs for independent living preparation.

The role includes organizing recreational activities such as offsite trips and card/game tournaments, with additional duties as assigned. Strong communication and judgment are essential, CPR training preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Arts preferred.
• Experience working with MICA clients in both individual and group modalities preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization and ability to use independent judgment.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR.
• Basic computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate multiple groups each day aimed at improving client motivation, client behavior in and outside the facility, and community relations and behavior in the neighborhood.
• Work with clients on positive reinforcement-based initiative.
• Offer groups related to preparation for independent living.
• Recreational opportunities such as offsite trips and card/game tournaments.
• Related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent judgment

Education

High School diploma/GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

Facilitate multiple groups each day aimed at improving client motivation, client behavior in and outside the facility, and community relations and behavior in the neighborhood. Work with clients on positive reinforcement-based initiative. Offer groups related to preparation for independent living. Recreational opportunities such as offsite trips and card/game tournaments. Related duties as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities

Facilitate multiple groups each day aimed at improving client motivation, client behavior in and outside the facility, and community relations and behavior in the neighborhood. Work with clients on positive reinforcement-based initiative. Offer groups related to preparation for independent living. Recreational opportunities such as offsite trips and card/game tournaments. Related duties as assigned.

Hours

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Qualifications

High School diploma/GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Arts preferred. Experience working with MICA clients in both individual and group modalities preferred. Good written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organization and ability to use independent judgment. CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR. Basic computer literacy required.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.

Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

Benefits

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.