Recreation Specialist

Volunteers of America - Greater New York, Inc. • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Specialist is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of recreation activities and programming appropriate for the client population.

The Schwartz Assessment Shelter is a shelter for men operating 24 hours a day and seven days a week. Clients are referred to the program by the New York City Department of Homeless Services. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/housing

Requirements

• Associate’s degree and one year of relevant experience with a similar populations or high school diploma or GED with at least two years relevant experience.

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 clients 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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees