Recreation Specialist

Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities Inc•New York, NY

54d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. If you’re looking for a role where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in a career with purpose.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must receive/obtain First Aid, CPR, AED training.
Must have a valid Driver’s License with a clean Abstract

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: Program Activity Calendar, Monthly Units of Service, First Aid, AED, CPR
Maintains and meet all unit targets and goals.
Plans and coordinates, recreational, social, educational, and health activities for In-Home services.
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 for social engagement

Benefits

comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and additional employee perks.
15 Vacation Days Annually
12 Sick Days
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 Chek for commuting expenses
Legal Shield for legal services
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) participants