Spanish Bilingual Family and Children Recreation Coordinator

Cherokee Federal; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Spanish Bilingual Family and Children Recreation Coordinator to create engaging recreational programming for families. This role involves organizing activities that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive development, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all participants. The ideal candidate will possess strong bilingual communication skills and a positive, service-oriented attitude while working with diverse groups. Join this innovative team to make a difference in the community and help foster a welcoming environment for families.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Qualifications

• Must speak, read, and write Spanish fluently.
• Experience working with children in recreational settings.

Responsibilities

• Organize and facilitate recreational activities for children and families.
• Ensure programming is accessible and meets diverse needs.

Skills

Bilingual Fluency (Spanish/English)

Crisis Intervention

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Cultural Sensitivity

Planning and Coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

As a Spanish Bilingual Family and Children Recreation Coordinator you will provide opportunities for recreational programming for children and families. The Spanish Bilingual Family and Children Recreation Coordinator is responsible for organizing and facilitating recreational activities and programs for families and children within a bilingual setting. They work to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where families can engage in educational, recreational, and social activities that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive development.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Spanish Bilingual Family and Children Recreation Coordinator: $21.63

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Spanish Bilingual Family and Children Recreation Coordinator Responsibilities Include:

• Must speak, read, and write Spanish.
• Exhibits cultural sensitivity/humility and provides culturally responsive programming.
• Schedule and coordinate with local recreational facilities and charitable organizations to provide recreational services for children and families.
• Manages all active recreation services with organizations and their facilities to provide children with the highest level of service possible.
• Ensures that programming and services are accessible and meet the needs of all individuals and abilities.
• Ensures age-appropriate recreational programming: talent shows, arts, youth sports, etc.
• Create and manage fun activities delivery of structured recreational children's activities.
• Facilitates ongoing communication with team-members to achieve effective and efficient program operations.
• Knowledge of screening and assessments related to child development and to child and care giver functioning.
• Document all families, staff and visitors entering and exiting the facility; complete census forms, report all incidents, and log all events
• Facilitate resident new admissions and move outs
• Generate and submit nightly rosters and file all documentation relating to shift coverage
• Provide a professional greeting to all visitors and callers.
• Ensure the lobby and front of the building are always cleared
• Prevent loitering in all areas within and surrounding the building in conjunction with security
• Assist with fire drills/emergency evacuations
• Assist custodial and security staff with the maintenance and security of the facility
• Distribute mail to families
• Facilitate room check and hourly rounds
• Facilitate the food distribution process including receiving food delivery
• Implement all programmatic needs as necessary and outlined by the Site and Social Services Directors.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Spanish Bilingual Family and Children Recreation Coordinator Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• High School Diploma.
• Spanish/English bilingual fluency required, and additional languages preferred include French, Haitian Creole, Wolof, Pular, Fulah and other western African dialects.
• Must have experience working with children, outdoor and indoor recreational activities, and children supervision.
• Knowledge about outdoor and indoor environments with ability to plan and organize, be comfortable speaking with parents or families, work with a team, and have flexibility.
• Positive, service-oriented attitude serving diverse groups of children regarding age, ethnicity, gender, race, economic status, and gender orientation.
• Ability to development tactical and strategic plans, goals, and objectives.
• Strong organization, planning and communication skills.
• Strong commitment to physical and mental education - including the ability to participate in these activities daily.
• Ability to lift items over 20 pounds.
• Crisis intervention experience preferred.
• Must be organized as well as, have excellent verbal, written and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with families, collaborating agencies, and community professionals
• Past applicable job experience may include but is not limited to: Bilingual Youth Recreation Director, Family Programs Coordinator, or Family and Children Youth Coordinator.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Management & Consulting (CNMC) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CNMC is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Keywords

Bilingual

Family

Recreation

Coordinator

Community

Legal Disclaimer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.