Recreational Specialist

Osborne Association; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Join the Osborne Association as a part-time Recreational Specialist in New York. This role provides opportunities to design and implement engaging recreational activities for individuals in a reentry program, supporting their transition and community integration. Ideal candidates will have experience working with vulnerable populations and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience developing programs and events for vulnerable populations.
• At least 1 year of experience in providing recreational services.
• Must be comfortable facilitating recreational activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and provide recreational programming for residents.
• Maintain records of recreational activities and supplies.
• Coordinate with volunteers for on-site activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Crisis Intervention

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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Description

Osborne Association serves individuals, families, and communities affected by the criminal justice system. Through our programs, we offer opportunities for people to heal from and repair harm, restore their lives, and thrive. We challenge systems rooted in racism and retribution and fight for policies and practices that promote true safety, justice, and liberation.

Description

Osborne Association serves individuals, families, and communities affected by the criminal justice system. Through our programs, we offer opportunities for people to heal from and repair harm, restore their lives, and thrive. We challenge systems rooted in racism and retribution and fight for policies and practices that promote true safety, justice, and liberation.

At Osborne, we are guided by core values and shared beliefs. We honor everyone's capacity to change, celebrate our shared humanity, are united in our pursuit of justice and equity, take all possible steps to keep our commitments, and advocate for people and principles with fierce and tenacious determination.

Osborne opened its first transitional housing and reentry program, The Fulton Community Reentry Center (Fulton). Fulton will provide 140 beds of transitional reentry housing to formerly incarcerated men who would otherwise be homeless after discharge from a correctional facility. Fulton will also provide onsite reentry services, including case management, benefits enrollment, employment, health, and substance use disorder treatment. The facility operates 365 days on a 24-hour basis daily, including evening and weekend hours (some positions will require non-traditional work hours).

We currently seek a Part-Time Recreational Specialist to join our Fulton Community team! The Recreational Specialist will design and provide recreational programming for Fulton residents. Activities may be led directly, or coordinated through volunteers or partnerships with other agencies. Recreational activities include arts and crafts, sports, games, dance and movement, drama, music, yoga, meditation, and community outings. The Recreational Specialist’s goal is to support the reentry process through providing meaningful and fun activities for residents and to foster community between residents through shared activities.

This position may require evening and weekend hours, with an expectation to work between 15-20 hours per week.

Salary Range: $20.00 per hour

Essential Duties

• In conjunction with peer & program staff, develop and coordinate a recreational program
• Maintain residents' records related to recreational activities
• Keep records of all recreational supplies and maintain inventory control
• Coordinate with volunteers or other organizations providing on-site recreational activities
• Develop and carry out recreational activities consistent with residents' needs and interests
• Arrange and coordinate field trips to various cultural and sporting events
• Develop a weekly calendar for activities that are distributed to all staff
• Prepare announcements, bulletins, flyers, calendars, and other promotional material
• Motivate residents to participate in recreation programs and lead specific activities
• Develop open communication with local parks departments and recreation centers
• In-person attendance is required to collaborate with coworkers
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent
• Experience developing programs and events that can engage vulnerable populations in meaningful use of leisure time including arts, exercise, personal growth, and stress management
• At least 1 year of experience in providing recreational, art, or similar services with adults.
• Working in a shelter/congregate setting is preferred.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Must work well with others and have good written & verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of recreational programming and the basic fundamentals of common recreational sports and activities
• Ability to operate a computer and associated software to prepare promotional materials, calendars, and reports
• Experience developing programs and/or events that can engage vulnerable populations in meaningful use of leisure time including arts, exercise, writing, personal growth, and stress management
• Good interpersonal skills; high level of maturity and reliability
• Must be comfortable with crisis intervention
  
  

Benefits Of Working At Osborne

Generous benefits for full-time staff include four weeks of vacation, tuition reimbursement, a flexible work schedule, excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, and a 403(b) plan with a company match. Career development through ongoing training and individual development plans.

The Osborne Association is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, unemployment status, or any other protected category. The Osborne Association takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Thank you for your interest in the Osborne Association. Be sure to include a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. We wish we could personally respond to each application. However, we are unable to do so due to the volume of interest received.

• Salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.

Seniority level

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Employment type

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