Activity Specialist
HeartShare
HeartShare St. Vincent's Services (HSVS) is currently seeking Summer Activity Specialists to plan, lead, and supervise recreational and theme-based activities for participants in our Summer Camp program. This role plays a key part in creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment that supports youth development and promotes positive experiences throughout the summer from July- August 2026.
Summer Activity Specialist must be available to work Mon-Fri; 8:00 AM-6:00 PM Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:- Assist in the development of age-appropriate activities in one or more discipline or content area
- Provide direct supervision of youth activities
- Submit weekly activity plans
- Lead activities related to recreation and theme-based such as (Arts, Dance, STEM, Literacy, Nutrition, or Organized sports.
- Assist in maintaining daily attendance records for program participants
- Assist in the provision of basic counseling services as needed (peer mediation, self-control, decision making)
- Accompany youth on cultural and recreational field trips
- Assist in ensuring a safe environment for program participants
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive atmosphere; Collaborate with other staff members to coordinate group activities
- Actively participate in all professional development sessions, supervision, and team meetings
- Maintain and organize activities and equipment
- Adhere to agency policies and procedures
- High School diploma (Required)
- Associate's degree in child development, recreation, or a related field (preferred)
- Minimum of 1-2 years' experience working with youth in child development, recreation, or a related field
HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io. About HeartShare Who WE ARE: For over one hundred years, HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team, now 2,100 employees and growing, helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives. To learn more about HeartShare, please visit our website at or Follow us on Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Facebook HeartShare Human Services of New York Homepage HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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