Playroom Coordinator- The Children-s Center at the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility

Playroom Coordinator - The Children’s Center at the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility Full-Time/Part-Time / Part-Time Shift Days Reports To: Program Manager, Bedford Hills Children's Center Status: Part-time Schedule: 24 hours/week Weekends required Salary: $18.00 per hour Located in the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility, the Playroom Coordinator provides civilian coverage of the Playroom and attached outdoor play space within the facility Visiting Room. The Playroom Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and running all aspects of the Children's Center's visitation efforts, working in collaboration with other members of The Children's Center staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee all operations of the Playroom such as ensuring that any cards/games signed out of the playroom are returned before closing, ensuring that the playroom is neat and clean, ensuring that scissors are accounted for at all times and maintaining a safe environment for families. Design appropriate programming and activities for mothers and children of varying ages—for example, holiday-specific crafts that mothers and children can do together, keeping in mind that a two‑year‑old might do a drawing and a ten‑year‑old might use glue and glitter. Interview, train, and supervise inmate staff and volunteers as needed. Manage and order supplies. Ensure that program resources and budget are efficiently used; work within budget parameters for supplies, equipment, and events. Chaperone unaccompanied children to and from the hospitality center and to the FRP trailer site, when necessary. Oversee visits and act as a liaison with families—being aware of any behavioral issues, foul language, or visits that you see a mother is struggling with and notifying the Social Worker. Maintain and submit accurate, thorough, and timely data, including attendance numbers and Birthday Nook numbers on a monthly and a quarterly basis to the Program Director. Collaborate with the Program Manager as needed to coordinate upcoming visits and other Children Center staff as requested by the Program Director. Liaise with the Parenting Education supervisor to coordinate parenting education opportunities for women participating in visitation programs. Comply with all prison procedures, processes, and requirements, including all security regulations and PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) requirements.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION

High School or GED.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience working with children. Experience working in a prison setting preferred. The ability to work cooperatively with DOCCS and staff.

REQUIREMENTS

Full vaccination against COVID‑19 is required. Successful completion of a background check by the Department of Corrections & Community Supervision is required. The organization does not provide sponsorship for employment visas at this time.

WORK SCHEDULE

Flexibility to work the following schedule. These hours are subject to change based on business needs. Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 8:45 AM – 3:30 PM Sunday: 8:45 AM – 3:00 PM Labor Day, Memorial Day, Columbus Day, and Martin Luther King Day (holiday schedule) Punctuality is essential, especially on program visit days. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hourchildren.org