Recreation Coordinator — Engage Clients & Plan Activities

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

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.