Recreation Specialist
About this role
Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.
Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position: Recreation Specialist
The Recreation Specialist is responsible for the direct supervision of the clients in their assigned area, and for enforcing applicable rules and providing assistance as needed.
Newton Hotel Family Shelter is an emergency family shelter located in Manhattan for families experiencing homelessness. To learn more about Volunteers of America-GNY, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/our-services
Location: New York, NY 10025
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associates Degree or 60 college credits courses in Human Services field or High School Diploma or GED with 1 year of relevant shelter experience. The position also requires a demonstrated ability in verbal and written communication, including basic computer skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally (oral and written) with Spanish-speaking clients required.
Recreation Specialist Principal Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, publicize, implement and facilitate support groups, recreational activities, special events and holiday programs. Update and post printed materials and encourage client participation.
- Assist in the development and implementation of new programs aimed at enhancing client's motivation through socialization and the development of leisure time skills.
- Coordinate programs with case managers in order to facilitate success of In-Reach sessions.
- Develop contacts with various sources for off-site activities.
- Assist in preparing and submitting written and statistical reports.
- Provide aftercare to assigned clients who have been placed / discharged from the facility.
We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Prescription Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday
And much more!
To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/
VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!
Company at a glance
Volunteers of America-Greater New York is the largest affiliate of the national organization, with more than 80 programs and 1,300 staff in the metropolitan New York area, Westchester and Nassau Counties, and Northern New Jersey. We are one of the largest providers of supportive housing and social services in the area, and we are the founder of Operation Backpack®, which provides new, full backpacks to students experiencing homelessness in New York City.
We serve tens of thousands of men, women, and children in need every year including veterans struggling to find their footing, families who are homeless or escaping domestic violence, children with developmental delays, and older adults.
Top Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Prescription coverage
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Paid birthday holiday
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