Family Engagement & Events Coordinator

Homes-For-the-Homeless; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) plan

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

Work/Life Program

Job summary

Homes for the Homeless in Staten Island, NY is seeking a Family Engagement Specialist to engage families with children, organize events, and support daily activities at our Families with Children facility.

The role requires a high school diploma, experience with activities for all ages, and bilingual English/Spanish preferred; strong planning skills and reliability are essential; the position offers full-time hours with evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
• Experience leading activities with children, teens, and adults.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing family events and family support.
• Organize family structured activities that can be enjoyed by parents and their children of all ages.
• Organize and supervise team games and sporting events for families to enjoy together.
• Lead arts & crafts projects.
• Ensure the safety and engagement of families in assigned activities.
• Assist with events, fairs, holiday parties, and any other program events.
• This position requires flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate program schedule and special events.
• Additional duties and projects as assigned by the Family Programs Coordinator.

Skills

Experience leading activities with

Organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Homes for the Homeless in Staten Island, NY is seeking a Family Engagement Specialist to engage families with children, organize events, and support daily activities at our Families with Children facility.

The role requires a high school diploma, experience with activities for all ages, and bilingual English/Spanish preferred; strong planning skills and reliability are essential; the position offers full-time hours with evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.