Inclusive Recreation Counselor for I/DD Programs

Brooklyn Community Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Community Services seeks a Recreational Counselor/Direct Support Professional for the Lifelong Enrichment Program under DOHMH at 691 Fulton Street, Brooklyn. The role is full-time, 35 hours weekly, day shift Mon–Fri, with a salary of $36,400.

You will engage adults with IDD in social and recreational activities, research resources, and maintain required documentation for audits. Applicants should have a High School Diploma (Associates preferred) and strong interpersonal/communication

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associates degree preferred.
• Experience or knowledge in the I/DD field is a plus.
• Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus.
• Must have good interpersonal and verbal communication skills including ability to problem-solve.
• Experience with developing and creating innovative recreation and other activities.
• Good interpersonal skills and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Engage participants in social, health/wellness, recreational, exploratory discussion and other activities/groups onsite and in the community.
• Provide computer assisted learning and communication.
• Set up and clean refreshments and materials.
• Complete required documentation to meet audit standards from DOHMH.
• Assist with locating resources, programs, and services for individuals.
• Create a monthly schedule of activities and implement weekly sessions.
• Develop and implement artistic ideas for weekly sessions.
• Other tasks may be assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Problem-solving

Innovation in recreation

Field work

Background check

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree

Job description

Brooklyn Community Services seeks a Recreational Counselor/Direct Support Professional for the Lifelong Enrichment Program under DOHMH at 691 Fulton Street, Brooklyn. The role is full-time, 35 hours weekly, day shift Mon–Fri, with a salary of $36,400.

You will engage adults with IDD in social and recreational activities, research resources, and maintain required documentation for audits. Applicants should have a High School Diploma (Associates preferred) and strong interpersonal/communication