Recreation Attendant

The Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties, Inc.; City of Hudson (NY); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 37 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

NYS paid sick leave

Voluntary Telemedicine (Concierge)

Voluntary 401K plans

EAP

Résumé du poste

The Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties, Inc. is seeking a part-time Recreation Attendant for an after-school program serving K-8 in Hudson.Shift: Monday–Friday 2:30pm–6:00pm, 19.5 hours/week. Location: 102 Harry Howard Ave, Hudson, NY 12534.

You will foster safe, engaging activities, promote healthy social interactions, and support youth in goal-oriented play. The role requires strong communication, active listening, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work with diverse

Qualifications

• Demonstrates clear, respectful communication with youth.
• Ability to plan age-appropriate, goal-oriented activities.
• Understanding of HIPAA privacy basics.

Responsabilités

• Provide an atmosphere building friendships and healthy social interactions.
• Communicate clearly with youth using active listening.
• Establish and maintain professional boundaries.
• Define expectations and support youth in choosing activities.
• Model inclusive behaviors and respect diverse backgrounds.

Connaissances

Active listening

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Timekeeping

Microsoft Office

Email

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Are you looking for a rewarding career in Mental Health & Human Services? The Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties Inc. is looking to fill the position of part time Recreation Attendant for an after-school program setting serving youth in grades K-8.

The Hudson LEAPS Afterschool program provides educational support, recreational opportunity, skill building, character education and a nutritional snack for each participant during three hours of structured daily activities. Collaborations with service providers offer specialized services for participating youth. With a focus on providing youth with a message promoting positive attitude regarding school, delaying childbearing and violence prevention, the program offers interesting and engaging alternatives in Hudson for up to 240 youth (K-8th grade). The programs are available every school day and students are expected to participate in each 3-hour session.

Position Type: Part Time up to 19.5 hours per week over a 50 week school year

Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour

Work Location: 102 Harry Howard Ave, Hudson, NY 12534

Shift Schedule: Monday-Friday during after school hours (2:30pm-6:00pm)

Job duties include:

• Provide an atmosphere which builds friendships, encourages healthy social interactions, and promotes recreational opportunities for children.
• Communicates clearly with youth employing active listening skills.
• Establishes and maintains professional boundaries.
• Defines expectations clearly.
• Support and motivate youth in selecting appropriate activities.
• Respects youth and families’ cultural norms when selecting activities.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate, goal-oriented activities in partnership with youth.
• Model and reinforce appropriate social behaviors.
• Must have an understanding of cultural family differences and values with the ability to remain non-judgmental.
• Must have an understanding of HIPPA privacy laws and adhere to them.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must have excellent verbal, written, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of urban, suburban and rural cultures and with community members from varying socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• Must be able to work regularly outside the office and in the field to engage with participants.
• Basic computer skills, including email, Microsoft Office, and web-based systems for daily tasks and timekeeping.
• Regular and steady attendance is a requirement for all positions.

Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

All offers are contingent upon successful Statewide Central Registry (SCR), fingerprint clearance and possession of a valid NYS driver’s license with a MVR eligible for agency insurance coverage.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate in our employment practices due to an applicant’s sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression (including transgender status), predisposing genetic characteristics/genetic information or carrier status, ancestry, ethnic group identification, ethnic background, traits historically associated with race, reproductive health decision making, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. At the Mental Health Association, we believe a diverse and inclusive workforce makes the best workforce

Part-Time under 20

• Voluntary Telemedicine (Concierge Medical)
• Voluntary 401K plans
• EAP
• NYS paid sick leave

Plus, you get to be part of a dynamic, diverse, and supportive behavioral health organization whose mission is to “Provide education and advocacy, and to enhance the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities.”