Program Aide/Recreation Assistant

West Side Federation For Senior And Supportive Housing Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

WEST SIDE FEDERATION FOR SENIOR AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING, INC. is seeking a Program Aide/Recreation Assistant in New York. This role involves assisting tenants in daily activities, monitoring their well-being, and managing in-house programs. Candidates should have a HS Diploma, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and be bilingual in English and Spanish. The position aims to support tenants in achieving independence while ensuring their health and safety. Join a dedicated team committed to providing top-notch care and support.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 1 year experience with seniors or persons who have experienced homelessness.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Emotionally and physically able to perform job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the physical well being of the tenants.
• Assist tenants in activities of daily living.
• Plan and run tenant activity programs.
• Purchase program supplies and run bingo sessions.

Skills

Experience working with dependent persons

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

HS Diploma

BA preferred

Job description

Program Aide/Recreation Assistant

Under the supervision of the Clinical Coordinator, the Program Aide/Recreation Assistant will provide a range of services to the tenants with the goal of enabling tenants to live in permanent housing safely and as independently as possible.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the physical well being of the tenants. Assist tenants as needed in activities of daily living such as shopping, laundry and socialization.
• Assist with medication passes as needed. Escort tenants to medical, entitlement, and other appointments as directed.
• Assist in the planning, running, setting-up and cleaning up of in-house programs such as tenant activity groups, outings and socials. Assist with and monitor the on-site meal program.
• Purchase program supplies such as bingo prizes, refreshments. Run bingo 3-4 times per week as scheduled.
• Work as a member of the team to establish and maintain high level of care and respect for the tenants.
• Work cooperatively with other staff members and ensure good communication with tenants.
• Share information about tenant progress, needs, and problems with staff as appropriate.
• Attend training sessions and conferences as required for enhancement of job skills.
• Implement emergency procedures as necessary.
• Complete all required documentation accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Preferred minimum of 1 year experience working with dependent persons, especially seniors and/or those who have experienced homelessness.
• Required HS Diploma. BA preferred.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Emotionally, mentally and physically able to perform job responsibilities.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principal at WSFSSH, where employment is based upon employees’ qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.