Recreation Specialist

Project Renewal•Brooklyn, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Project Renewal is a leading non-profit organization with the mission of building supportive communities where people achieve dignity and independence, renewing their lives with health, homes, and jobs. Our comprehensive and integrated 24/7 programs are designed to offer the holistic care our clients need. With a staff of 950+ and an annual budget of $140 million, Project Renewal is one of the larger social service nonprofits in New York City. Atlas Men’s Shelter is a 100 bed 24/7 general population emergency shelter for homeless men. Our comprehensive services include case management, individual and group counseling, recreational activities, and housing placement assistance. Additionally, on-site medical and psychiatric services are offered in addition to referrals to a wide variety of resources and services that our clients may need.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or Associates’ degree
Minimum 2 years of experience working in human services field
Valid New York State Driver's License a plus
Experience working with people with co-occurring substance abuse and mental illness

Nice To Haves

Teamwork: Ability to work cooperatively with other staff in order to serve the needs of the clients as effectively as possible
Organizational: An ability to work independently and to adjust one’s schedule to accommodate the needs of the programs
Interpersonal: An ability to interface with clients as well as all levels of staff.
Communication: Excellent oral, writing, and listening skills
Computer: Knowledge of case management software as well as Microsoft Office Suite
Language: Bilingual or multilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, on-site tournaments and other leisure time activities
Meet with clients regularly to ascertain and interpret client interests and develop activities to meet their interests
Manage the daily operations of recreational schedule
Meet new residents, introduce them to the recreational program and encourage participation
Complete and maintain time and attendance forms
Document client participation in recreational activities in client’s case records
Meet and collaborate with agency personnel, community organizations, NYCity Parks Department and other professional personnel to plan balanced recreational programs for participants
Escort clients to recreational activities and other relevant events
Encourage consumers to attend consumer meetings/support groups, recreational activities and supports their effort.
Participate with Team and attend meetings as required.
Communicate with the Social Services team to discuss client concerns or client’s progress.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Social Services, Assistant Director or Program Director.