Recreation Coordinator

careers-samaritanvillage; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Daytop Village is seeking a Recreation Coordinator to plan and lead recreational activities for clients and their children in a Family Shelter setting. The role focuses on engaging clients, organizing trips, events, and collaborations with external programs to enrich lives within the agency’s mission.

The position requires a high school diploma, at least two years in recreation services, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency required.
• At least two years of recreation services experience, preferably in a Human Services setting.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of DHS regulations and CARES system preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with clients, staff, and children.
• Knowledge of recreational programming and activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EMR systems.
• Willingness to transport clients using company vehicles.
• Flexibility and patience are essential.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and monitors the internal and external recreation activities of the facility focusing on client engagement.
• Maintains the inventory of recreation equipment and items.
• Organizes trips for clients seeking cultural activities that meet the needs of the changing client system.
• Plans and organizes special facility events.
• Develops linkages with external recreational programs and facilities.
• Act as a liaison between the site and community-based recreational resources.
• Maintains trip logs for agency vehicles.
• Attends on-site case reviews.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Diversity experience

CARES knowledge

Recreation programming

First Aid/CPR

Transportation

Flexibility

Two years recreation experience

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EMR

Job description

Overview

Recreation Coordinator

Non-Profit Leaders Can Work Anywhere….The BEST Work with Us!

$21.23 per hour

A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and the greater New York Area.

Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities so our success depends on those we employ.

The Role

Under the general direction of the Program Director or Designee, The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting recreational activities for clients and their children (Family Shelter) following the prescribed curriculum. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.

Responsibilities

What You Will Do

• Supervises and monitors the internal and external recreation activities of the facility focusing on client engagement.
• Maintains the inventory of recreation equipment and items.
• Organizes trips for clients seeking cultural activities that meet the needs of the changing client system.
• Plans and organizes special facility events.
• Develops linkages with external recreational programs and facilities.
• Act as a liaison between the site and community-based recreational resources.
• Maintains trip logs for agency vehicles.
• Attends on-site case reviews.

Qualifications

Who You Will Be

• Someone with a High School or Equivalency Diploma.
• At least two years prior experience in providing recreation services preferably in a Human Services agency.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of DHS regulations and systems (CARES) preferred
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with clients, staff, and children
• Knowledge of recreational programming and fundamentals of recreational sports and activities
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EMR.
• Willingness to utilize company vehicles to transport and escort clients as needed.
• Flexibility and patience are a must for this role.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of employment.

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