Recreation Specialist

Volunteers of America - Greater New York, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Prescription Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off, Paid Birthday Holiday

Job summary

Volunteers of America - Greater New York, Inc. in New York, NY is seeking a Recreation Specialist to supervise clients in their assigned area, enforce rules, and provide assistance as needed at the Newton Hotel Family Shelter.

The role coordinates groups, activities, and events, collaborates with case managers, and helps develop new programs to boost client motivation and socialization. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and emphasizes health, well-being, and professional

Qualifications

• Requires an associates degree or 60 college credits in Human Services, or a HS diploma/GED with 1 year shelter experience.
• Must communicate professionally with Spanish-speaking clients (oral and written).
• Demonstrated ability in verbal and written communication and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, publicize, implement and facilitate support groups, recreational activities, special events and holiday programs.
• Assist in developing and implementing new programs to enhance clients' motivation through socialization and leisure skills.
• Coordinate programs with case managers to support In-Reach sessions.
• Develop contacts for off-site activities and partnerships.
• Assist in preparing and submitting written and statistical reports.
• Provide aftercare to clients who have been placed or discharged from the facility.

Skills

Shelter experience

Spanish language

Verbal & written communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate degree or 60 college credits in Human Services

High school diploma or GED with 1 year shelter experience

Job description

Position: Recreation Specialist

The Recreation Specialist is responsible for the direct supervision of the clients in their assigned area, and for enforcing applicable rules and providing assistance as needed.

Newton Hotel Family Shelter is an emergency family shelter located in Manhattan for families experiencing homelessness. To learn more about Volunteers of America-GNY, copy and paste this link into a browserhttps://www.voa-gny.org/our-services

Location: New York, NY 10025

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or 60 college credits courses in Human Services field or High School Diploma or GED with 1 year of relevant shelter experience. The position also requires a demonstrated ability in verbal and written communication, including basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally (oral and written) with Spanish-speaking clients required.

Recreation Specialist Principal Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, publicize, implement and facilitate support groups, recreational activities, special events and holiday programs. Update and post printed materials and encourage client participation.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of new programs aimed at enhancing client's motivation through socialization and the development of leisure time skills.
• Coordinate programs with case managers in order to facilitate success of In-Reach sessions.
• Develop contacts with various sources for off-site activities.
• Assist in preparing and submitting written and statistical reports.
• Provide aftercare to assigned clients who have been placed / discharged from the facility.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

And much more!