Recreation Coordinator (New York City Metropolitan Area)

Home/Life Services, Inc., established in 1995, is a community-based human services organization committed to improving the economic and social well-being of families impacted by homelessness.

Operating from a client-centered perspective, Home/Life provides a safe and supportive environment that promotes the social and economic independence of the families we serve. Through innovative programs and services within our Families with Children residences, we provide case management, employment support, and housing assistance to help families secure and maintain permanent housing.

Under the direction of the Security Director, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the operations, services, staff, and activities of the facility's recreation program.

Location: Queens, NY

4 positions in Corona

Duties and Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Recreation Coordinator include but not limited

to:

Administrative:

• Provides communication and written documentation regarding all recreation program areas and facility activities.
• Assists Social Services in client’s cases as needed
• Taking NAS photos upon client intake

Leadership and Staff Development:

• Conducts workshops with clients including arts and crafts, team building exercises, general exercise and reading groups.
• Oversees the development of a diversified recreation programs and services for all ages in accordance with the community needs.

Programmatic Achievement:

• Participates in Community Outreach
• Performs routine facility maintenance such as set up tables, chairs, equipment, supplies.
• Monitors inventory and orders supplies
• Coordinates all staff parties, meetings and events which include decorating and cleaning up
• In the event of an emergency, Essential Employees are required to report to work as scheduled
• Duties and responsibilities are subject to change based upon assessment of company needs.
• Conducting wellness checks three times per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) for new mothers and children in cribs.
• Keeping emergency contact books up to date
• Occasionally assisting with unit inspections and supporting RA in bagging/tagging items when needed

Skills and Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• One year of experience in Social Services preferred.
• Must be able to interact effectively with the facility staff and client population.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing)
• Bilingual – English/Spanish plus