Assistant Recreation Specialist

African American Planning Commission; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

Commuter benefits

Employee assistance

Paid holidays

PTO 23 days

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement plan (403B)

Debt forgiveness

Job summary

Serenity House in Brooklyn, NY seeks a Recreation Coordinator to supervise children and residents, implement the recreation program, and organize activities within budget. You will oversee after-school activities and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include planning holidays, maintaining records, promoting engagement, and coordinating with staff to deliver meals, sports, and wellness programs per USDA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Two years of college and one year of related experience or high school diploma and two years of related experience.
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish/English).
• Experience working with children of all ages and strong communication skills.
• Food Safety Certification required within 6 months of employment

Responsibilities

• Motivate client participation in the recreation program.
• Monitor activities for compliance and submit monthly assessments.
• Assist with scheduled recreational activities.
• Organize and implement holiday activities for residents.
• Maintain all records per Serenity House policies and regulated agencies.
• De-escalate conflicts using non-violent intervention with security back up.
• Instruct groups/individuals on rules and finer points of sports.
• Issue, collect and account for recreation equipment; inventory quarterly.
• Plan activities within the recreational budget.
• Complete monthly recreation schedules.
• Assist supervising the After School Program.
• Develop and maintain a structured After School Program with Study Hour, lunch, and socialization.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication

Recreational activities

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years college coursework

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Serenity House Family Residence - Brooklyn, NY 11206

Salary Range: $37,852.50 - $37,852.50 Salary/year

Functions

Responsible for the direct supervision of children and residents participating in the recreational program. Enforces applicable rules and provides assistance as needed.

Principal Activities

• Motivate client participation in the recreation program.
• Monitor the recreational activities to ensure compliance with established regulations. Submit monthly assessments for program effectiveness.
• Assist with the implementation of scheduled recreational activities.
• Organize and implement all holiday activities for residents.
• Maintain all records in accordance with Serenity House policies and regulated agencies such as: attendance forms, permission slips, monthly schedules and reports, trip forms, lesson forms, etc.
• De-escalate conflicts among the client population through non-violent intervention using security guards as back up.
• Instructs and demonstrates to groups and individuals the basic rules and finer points of various sports.
• Issues, collects and accounts for recreation equipment. Inventory and maintain all recreational equipment and supplies for quarterly submission.
• Plan all activities within the confinements of the recreational budget.
• Complete monthly recreation schedules.
• Assist with supervising and monitoring of all participants in the After School Program.
• Develop and maintain a structured After School Program consisting of a Study Hour, lunch period and a structured socialization period for the youngsters of Serenity House.

KITCHEN AND PREPARATION OF FOOD

• Prepares nutritious breakfast, lunch & snacks in accordance to USDA guidelines.
• Follows recipes menu and portion controls
• Ensures that food is prepared in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Cleaning, sanitizing and the organization of food products and utensils in kitchen on a routine basis, (i.e. Refrigerator, Freezer, Shelves, Dishes).

Other related duties as assigned.

Effect on End Results

• To ensure that all clients who enter the shelter receive the services and privileges that they are entitled.
• To meet program goals and objectives.
• To help maintain a positive public image for the program.
• To enhance Serenity Houses Recreational program.

QualificationsQualifications

Two years of college and one year of related experience or high school diploma and two years of related experience. The incumbent must be knowledgeable of recreational activities in the community. Bilingual preferred (Spanish/English). Experience working with children of all ages. Must have excellent communication skills, Food Safety Certification required within 6 months of employment

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation

Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of New York State and City pay transparency laws. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individuals’ competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience and performance in the role.

The base salary compensation being offered for this role is between $37,852.50 per year.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental & Vision
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (23 days)
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Retirement Benefits Plan (403B)
• You may also get your college student debt forgiven tax free on Federal Direct Loans created under the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, PSLF, if you work full-time and after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a Qualifying Repayment Plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

AAPCI is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity to all qualified applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.