Recreation Coordinator

Samaritan Daytop Village • Bronx, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Coordinator plans, organizes, and conducts recreational activities for clients and their children in a family shelter, following the prescribed curriculum. Under the general direction of the Program Director or designee, the role supports the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village. The position involves supervising recreation activities, coordinating cultural trips and special events, and connecting the site with community-based recreational resources.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency diploma.
• Valid New York State driver's license and at least five years of licensed driving history.
• At least two years of prior experience providing recreation services; experience in a human services agency is preferred.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with clients, staff, and children.
• Knowledge of recreational programming and the fundamentals of recreational sports and activities.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EMR.
• Willingness to use company vehicles to transport and escort clients as needed.
• Flexibility and patience.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of DHS regulations and systems (CARES) is preferred.
• Prior recreation-services experience in a human services agency is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor internal and external recreation activities at the facility, focusing on client engagement.
• Maintain inventory of recreation equipment and items.
• Organize trips for clients to cultural activities that meet the needs of the changing client system.
• Plan and organize special facility events.
• Develop connections with external recreational programs and facilities.
• Act as a liaison between the site and community-based recreational resources.
• Maintain trip logs for agency vehicles.
• Attend on-site case reviews.
• Utilize company vehicles to transport and escort clients as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED