Activities Coordinator - Adult Residential - Full-Time

Transitional Services For New York Inc•New York, NY

7d•$0 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Transitional Services for New York, Inc., a not-for-profit, community-based mental health organization, is seeking an Activities Coordinator for its Residential Mental Health program in Queens Village, New York. The organization provides a continuum of rehabilitative services to enrich the lives of individuals recovering from mental illness and facilitate their transition to increased independence. The staff are expected to deliver effective programs with compassion, integrity, and professionalism, prioritizing client needs while respecting themselves and each other. Travel between programs and to offsite events is required.

Requirements

Valid NYS Driver's License
Ability to drive a van confidently in NYC
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Recreational Therapy or related field OR Associate's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Recreational Therapy or related field plus one year's experience in planning recreational and social events for special needs populations OR High School diploma plus three-years' experience in planning recreational and social events for special needs populations.
Follow procedure in accordance to change-of-shift checklist with oncoming shift and sign change-of-shift checklist where needed.
Meet with supervisor for supervision.
Attend staff meetings. Read staff meeting minutes if absent.
Read Communication Logbook.
Converse with shift going off duty for any pertinent information, i.e., appointments, overall residents’ behaviors, changes in medication, etc.
Document in Communication Book any pertinent information regarding residents.
Be able to sit or stand as needed, with or without reasonable accommodation.
May require walking, primarily on a level surface, for short periods throughout the day, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Be able to reach above shoulder heights, below the waist or lift as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday, with or without reasonable accommodation.
During a declared disaster, assume and adhere to assigned Job Action role(s) consistent with Disaster Preparedness Plan.
Follow procedure in accordance to change of shift checklist and sign.
Attend Agency-wide meetings.
Attend special onsite and offsite training, seminars, conferences, etc.
Be available to residents on an as-needed and crisis basis.
Check revised schedules for possible changes in hours/shifts and for holiday coverage.
Familiarization with personnel policy and emergency manuals.
Submit time sheets bi-weekly.
Attend job and Agency trainings as required to maintain compliance and ensure continued professional development.

Nice To Haves

Experience coordinating large events (Family and Friends Day, holiday programming)
Experience coordinating community partnerships/sponsorships
Experience with Special Olympics participation

Responsibilities

Coordinate recreational activities for residents of Hope House I, Hope House II, Bronx II, and The Williams.
Establish and maintain relationships with corporate sponsors to obtain tickets to offsite events.
Organize special events such as barbeques and Family and Friends Day events.
Coordinate with other individuals in TSINY responsible for activity planning to integrate activities across TSINY programs and promote the development of healthy social networks.
Educate and encourage residents to use leisure time appropriately and constructively.
Plan special events for weekends or evenings.
Coordinate special events with Program Directors of the Community Residence Programs, including any funds needed, time of events, number of Agency vehicles needed, and staff to be assigned.
Escort residents shopping for personal needs.
Write Medicaid Progress Notes reflecting restorative services, if applicable.
Coordinate Special Olympic activities.
Post weekly activities/groups and excursions.
Submit travel vouchers.
Use petty cash to purchase recreation supplies.
Update bulletin boards/decorate and coordinate activities for specific parties/holidays and birthdays.
Coordinate annual "Family and Friends Day" events.
Coordinate resident holiday activities and parties.
Ensure Special Olympics medical forms are completed and returned.
Teach residents socialization skills.
Submit receipts for petty cash spent.
Dispense and/or supervise morning, afternoon, and evening medication.
Initial medication book immediately after each individual medication is given to a resident.
Assist with meal preparation when needed.
Report any pertinent information regarding residents and facility to shift supervisor throughout your shift.
Complete incident reports on the same day of the incident and give the report to the shift supervisor or administrators.
Visit and document visits to hospitalized residents.
Provide supervision for residents during dining hours, if assigned.
Ensure residents are dressed appropriately before leaving the facility.
Perform other related duties as required.