Recreation Coordinator

Position Overview

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US is seeking a Recreation Coordinator for their women s shelter in Manhattan.

Location:

West 126 Street, New York, NY 10027

Salary:
Min USD $35,000.00/Yr.
Max USD $40,000.00/Yr.

The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for providing a comprehensive recreational program for the shelter residents. The task includes developing and implementing a monthly recreation calendar with culturally appropriate activities for the people we serve. It is important to use good judgment to guarantee the safety of the people we serve and the building. The ideal candidate will be a person of character with humility, integrity and who can communicate skillfully with empathy and honesty.

• Plan trips, recreational and cultural activities appropriate to adult and children’s interests and developmental levels; prepare monthly schedules; conduct recreational activity groups.
• Supervise the after school and summer program; provide respite care when necessary.
• Maintain recreational space with age-appropriate toys, arts, and crafts.
• Accompany children and parents to events when necessary.
• Provide guidance and information to clients around the daily activity schedule, program policies and procedures.
• Responsible for cleaning program areas after usage.
• Participate in ongoing supervision, team meetings, and training as appropriate.
• Work schedule may include weekend and evening hours; additional shifts as needed.
• Assist in escorting residents to services and activities outside of the facility (e.g., clinics, income maintenance centers, housing referrals).
• Plan, implement, and/or research self-care and other social activities for residents; meet with case managers regularly to assist in assigned tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Leadership, Program Director, Director of Social Services, or immediate supervisor.
• Attend job-related training and agency meetings as necessary.

• Associate Degree in Human Services or High School Diploma or GED with 3+ years’ social service experience.
• Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens into your work with the people we serve.
• Use neutral and non-judgmental language when responding to the needs and requests of the residents.
• Must be able to be flexible with schedule as needed.
• Ability to maintain professional maturity during crisis.
• Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with homelessness, substance misuse and harm reduction, and working with disenfranchised communities including those who identify as LGBTQ, HIV/AIDS affected, the elderly, and individuals with mental health and developmental disabilities.

• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer-based programs; typing skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs.
• Basic First Aid and CPR for adults and children
• Naloxone certification
• Bi-lingual communication preferred.

We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/prescription/vision/life insurance; 403(b); credit union; FSAs; short- and long-term disability; transportation plan; generous paid vacations and holidays.

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US is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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US is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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