Recreation Specialist

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Full Time Queens, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition

SUMMARY:

Elmcor is looking for a Recreation Specialist that plans, coordinates, and facilitates engaging recreational, social, educational, cultural, and wellness activities for our older adult services. You will work collaboratively with program staff and community partners, the specialist develops inclusive activities that promote physical health, personal growth, social connection, and overall well-being. Responsibilities include maintaining activity schedules and records, connecting participants with community support resources, monitoring participation and safety, and helping ensure programs are organized, accessible, and responsive to participants' needs.

The ideal candidate is energetic, dependable, creative, and experienced in leading group activities for diverse populations.

Schedule: Monday–Friday (based on department needs)

Location: Corona, NY

Position Type: Full-Time, non-exempt

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure activity sign in sheets are accurately completed and submitted to the Data Specialist for inputting in the Department for the Aging’s, Senior Tracking Accounting Recording System(STARS) daily.
• Ensures senior safety during recreational activities.
• Maintains and complies with the standards set by Department for the Aging (DFTA) and Department of Health & Mental Hygiene including, city, state, federal governing guidelines.
• Reports potential unsafe conditions to the Activities Coordinator immediately.
• Keeps accurate and up-to-date records in a neat and organized manner.
• Maintains up-to-date activity flyers on bulletin boards and social media.
• Conducts Outreach for program services at center.
• Familiarity with picture/video taking for Social Media platforms.
• Meets all deadlines of the assigned duties:
• Maintains and meet all unit targets and goals.
• Plans and coordinates, recreational, social, educational, and health activities for In-Homeservices.
• Maintains an accurate list of support linkage groups.
• Refers seniors to social services support linkages by providing case assistance, and- information and referral.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Develops alternative solutions with the In-Home Coordinator.
• Works with Leadership in program planning and development.
• Performs virtual activity services to homebound older adults.
• Assist older adults with set-up of zoom link and encourage them to attend virtual activities forsocial engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must receive/obtain First Aid, CPR, AED training.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with a clean Abstract.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly supervise all volunteers and/or consultants in the activity services.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

BENEFITS:

• 15 Vacation days annually
• Floating Holiday 1 annually
• 401K retirement plan with 3% match after 90 days of employment
• Medical Benefits after 30 days of employment with Cigna
• Dental/Vision eligible after 90 days of employment
• Access to Gym/Weight Room
• Access to Boxing Ring
• Short Term Disability
• Life, Accidental Insurance available through Aflac
• Transit Check for commuting expenses
• Legal Shield for legal services
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) participant

Join Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities as a Recreation Specialist and be part of a dedicated team committed to empowering individuals and families. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to use your skills, compassion, and expertise to create lasting change.