Wellbeing & Community Activity Coordinator

sus.com; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

S:US is seeking a Program Activity Coordinator in New York to plan and implement activities promoting social interaction, health, and wellbeing. You will collaborate with families and staff to tailor programs, coordinate logistics, and adapt activities to diverse participant needs.

The role emphasizes life skills development, community inclusion, and addressing safety during emergencies, with on-site work and direct tenant contact.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or related field with two years of experience working with the homeless population and families.
• Two years of experience with activity planning and implementation, developing, coordinating and delivering activities that promote social interaction, physical health, and mental wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Develop a monthly activity calendar with tenants to reflect their needs and interests.
• Create age-appropriate on-site recreation, socialization, educational and skill-building activities for community inclusion.
• Include a mix of ongoing programs and special events focused on life skills and healthy living.
• Provide workshops addressing peer pressure, drug HIV/AIDS prevention, gang violence, teen pregnancy, teen suicide.
• Facilitate referrals and support for educational workshops to improve life skills and independence.
• Document tenant participation in groups and activities per standards.
• Observe and assess activity effectiveness and gather participant feedback for improvements.
• Coordinate with staff to address challenges with tenant rent payments affecting housing stability.
• Participate in supervision, meetings, case conferences, and trainings.
• Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing, including during emergencies, with on-site reporting when needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Recreation/activities certification

Education

Master’s degree in social work or related field

2 years experience with activity planning for homeless populations

Job description

S:US is seeking a Program Activity Coordinator in New York to plan and implement activities promoting social interaction, health, and wellbeing. You will collaborate with families and staff to tailor programs, coordinate logistics, and adapt activities to diverse participant needs.

The role emphasizes life skills development, community inclusion, and addressing safety during emergencies, with on-site work and direct tenant contact.