Family Specialist- Staten Island

HFHnyc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Homes for the Homeless is seeking a dedicated Family Specialist for our Families with Children facility in Staten Island, NY. You will play a pivotal role in creating a nurturing environment, supporting families, and serving as a positive role model with strong communication skills.

This full-time position requires flexibility for evenings, weekends and holidays. The compensation is $42,000 annually, and the benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, paid

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing family events and family support.
• Organize family activities for parents and children of all ages.
• Lead arts and crafts projects and supervise team games and sports with families.
• Ensure safety and engagement during activities.
• Flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Assist with program events and additional duties as assigned by Senior Family Specialist.

Skills

Experience leading activities with the

Organizational planning skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

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Family Specialist- Staten Island

710001 Full Time Island, Staten Island, NY, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 3367

Salary: $42,000.00 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 Staten Island, NY. As a Family 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.

• 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
• 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.