Recreation Aide, Clarkson Estates

CAMBA•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CAMBA is a community organization dedicated to building an inclusive New York City by providing integrated programs in Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. Clarkson Estates is a supportive housing initiative that will serve formerly homeless families, young adults, youth aging out of foster care, and formerly incarcerated individuals. The programming at Clarkson Estates will focus on economic development, workforce training, youth development, violence prevention, adult education, financial literacy, recreation, and health and wellness.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D. and/or equivalent experience.
Must sign NYC DOH/MH attestation stating that candidate has not been subject of a founded child abuse report.
Must be/become First Aid/CPR certified.
Must be/become certified in overdose prevention.

Responsibilities

Assist with the teaching of physical education, arts and crafts, performing arts, music, sports, ADL & other recreational activities.
Help plan, coordinate and facilitate social and/or peer support events for clients.
Organize, and co-facilitate group community activities.
Assist with the design and production of aesthetic visuals for public spaces of the shelter which reflect cultural, seasonal and programmatic themes.
Communicate effectively with clients, CAMBA staff, community members, donors and with funders; receive/relay phone calls/messages in a timely manner.
Track and keep records of community donations and supplies used.
Ensure that recreation facilities and equipment are used properly.
Monitor clients' progress, create tracker logs and document via progress notes; input client data/ client progress information into automated database (CARES system).
Market the program(s); prepare marketing materials for program(s); conduct onsite outreach to encourage client participation.
Compile and provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.