Family Specialist- Jamaica

HFHnyc; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Commuter benefits

Life insurance

Work/Life Assistance Program

Paid vacation

Sick days

Personal days

Paid holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Homes for the Homeless in Queens, NY, Jamaica facility seeks a dedicated Family Specialist to support families with children and create a nurturing environment. You will plan and run family activities, supervise group games, and lead arts and crafts while adjusting to evenings, weekends, and holidays to fit program schedules.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent, has experience guiding activities for all ages, and demonstrates strong organization and communication.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in planning and implementing family events and supports.
• Organize family activities for parents and children of all ages.
• Organize and supervise team games and sports for families.
• Lead arts and crafts projects.
• Ensure safety and engagement of families in activities.
• Assist with events, fairs, holidays, and other program events.
• Flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Conocimientos

Activity leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Descripción del empleo

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Family Specialist- Jamaica

310002 Full Time Saratoga, Queens, NY, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 3380

Salary: $36,000.00 Annually

FAMILY SPECIALIST

We are excited to invite a passionate and dedicated Family Specialist to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for a Family Specialist for our Families with Children facility in the Jamaica area of Queens, NY. As aFamily Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in our organization, ensuring a nurturing and enriching environment for the families at our facility. We are looking for someone who serves as a positive role model and possesses excellent communication skills. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve.

ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS:

Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC. Our family residences are more than just a place to sleep. Families can make the most of their stay through accessing an array of onsite programs. Many of these programs are also available to people living in the local community. Our goal is to have a positive impact so families can thrive long after they leave our shelters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the planning and implementation of 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 Senior Family Specialist.

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.

COMPENSATION/EEO:

In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, full-time permanent employees are eligible for excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks paid vacation, 10 sick days, 3 personal days and 12 paid holidays.

Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law.