Senior Family Specialist - Jamaica

HFHnyc; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 43.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Commuter benefits

Life insurance

Work/Life Assistance Program

3 weeks paid vacation

10 sick days

3 personal days

12 paid holidays

Zusammenfassung

Homes for the Homeless in Queens, NY seeks a Senior Family Specialist for the Jamaica facility. You will oversee a team of Family Specialists, develop programs for families with children, and ensure a nurturing environment. Strong supervision and coordination with HR are essential.

The role requires a degree, supervisory experience, and ability to work varied hours; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Salary is $50,000 annually, with full-time benefits.

Qualifikationen

• Associate or bachelor’s degree required.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• Experience leading activities with children, teens and adults.
• Flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement a diverse range of recreational programs for children and families, including sports, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, and educational offerings.
• Collaborate with internal departments and community partners to plan, organize, and promote special events and workshops.
• Create, manage, and maintain a comprehensive event schedule that offers age-appropriate and inclusive options for participants with varied interests and abilities.
• Oversee staff scheduling and prepare agendas for staff meetings to support effective communication and operations.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, conduct program evaluations, and prepare regular reports for management review.
• Recruit, hire, train, and support staff to ensure high-quality program delivery.

Kenntnisse

Staff supervision

Program leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Ausbildung

Associate's or bachelor's degree

Jobbeschreibung

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Senior Family Specialist - Jamaica

310002 Full Time Saratoga, Queens, NY, US

Salary: $50,000.00 Annually

SENIORFAMILY SPECIALIST

We are excited to invite a passionate and dedicated Senior Family Specialist to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for a Senior Family Specialist for our Families with Children facility in the Jamaica area of Queens, NY. As the Senior Family Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in our organization, overseeing the performance of our dedicated team of Family Specialists and ensuring a nurturing and enriching environment for the families at our facility. This position is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic professional to develop a high-quality program that meets the needs of families and children. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve.

ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS:

Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC. Our family residences are more than just a place to sleep. Families can make the most of their stay through accessing an array of onsite programs. Many of these programs are also available to people living in the local community. Our goal is to have a positive impact so families can thrive long after they leave our shelters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement a diverse range of recreational programs for children and families, including sports, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, and educational offerings.
• Collaborate with internal departments and community partners to plan, organize, and promote special events and workshops.
• Create, manage, and maintain a comprehensive event schedule that offers age-appropriate and inclusive options for participants with varied interests and abilities.
• Oversee staff scheduling and prepare agendas for staff meetings to support effective communication and operations.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, conduct program evaluations, and prepare regular reports for management review.
• Recruit, hire, train, and support staff to ensure high-quality program delivery.
• Manage a K–12 recreation program with a strong focus on youth development and participant engagement.
• Actively participate in required training sessions, staff meetings, and organizational events.
• Partner with the HR team to ensure all personnel files are complete, accurate, and up to date.
• Ensure compliance with all OCFS and DOH regulations, standards, and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's or bachelor’s degree required.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• Experience leading activities with children, teens, and adults.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• This position requires flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate program schedule and special events.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

COMPENSATION/EEO:

In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, full-time permanent employees are eligible for excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks paid vacation, 10 sick days, 3 personal days and 12 paid holidays.

• comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision)
• an employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan
• commuter benefits
• life insurance
• Work/Life Assistance Program
• 3 weeks paid vacation
• 10 sick days
• 3 personal days
• 12 paid holidays

Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law.