Childcare & Recreation Specialist - Shelter & Youth Programs

Volunteers of America-Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage

Prescription Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Volunteers of America–Greater New York is seeking a Childcare and Recreation Specialist to assist in developing and implementing childcare and recreation activities for residents in Victory I. You will help coordinate groups, plan events, and support classroom operations to promote engagement and growth.

Responsibilities include developing new programs, collaborating with Case Managers, preparing reports, and providing aftercare to clients.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 1 year of relevant experience or a high school diploma with 2 years relevant experience.
• Experience with domestic violence preferred.
• Ability to plan and coordinate activities for diverse client populations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, publicize, implement, and facilitate support groups, recreational activities, special events and holiday programs. Update and post printed materials and encourage client participation.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new programs aimed at enhancing clients motivation through socialization and the development of leisure time skills.
• Coordinate programs with Case Managers to facilitate success of enrichment sessions.
• Develop contacts with various sources for off-site activities.
• Assist in preparing and submitting written and statistical reports.
• Assist in creating an instructional environment that fosters learning and growth.
• Assist in classroom activities on a daily basis.
• Help to evaluate the student progress on an ongoing basis, maintaining necessary records.
• Provide aftercare to clients in the program.

Skills

Group facilitation

Program coordination

Communication

Documentation

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

High school diploma or GED + 2 years experience

Job description

Volunteers of America–Greater New York is seeking a Childcare and Recreation Specialist to assist in developing and implementing childcare and recreation activities for residents in Victory I. You will help coordinate groups, plan events, and support classroom operations to promote engagement and growth.

Responsibilities include developing new programs, collaborating with Case Managers, preparing reports, and providing aftercare to clients.