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Services for the Underserved

Offers services to underserved New Yorkers

Recreation Coordinator

Residential & Direct SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$35k - $40k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An Associate Degree in Human Services, or a high school diploma or GED plus at least three years of social-service experience.
  • Ability to learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach using an anti-oppressive lens.
  • Ability to use neutral and nonjudgmental language when responding to residents' needs and requests.
  • Ability to maintain professional maturity during crises.
  • Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with, or knowledge of, homelessness, substance misuse, and harm reduction, including work with disenfranchised communities, LGBTQ people, people affected by HIV/AIDS, older adults, and individuals with mental-health or developmental disabilities.
  • Ability to be flexible with the schedule as needed.
  • Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Provide a comprehensive recreational program for shelter residents, including developing and implementing a monthly recreation calendar with culturally appropriate activities.
  • Plan trips and recreational and cultural activities appropriate to adults' and children's interests and developmental levels; prepare a monthly schedule and conduct recreational activity groups.
  • Supervise the after-school and summer programs and provide respite care when necessary.
  • Maintain recreational space with age-appropriate toys, arts, and crafts.
  • Accompany children and parents to events when necessary.
  • Provide clients with guidance and information about the daily activity schedule and program policies and procedures.
  • Clean program areas after use.
  • Participate in ongoing individual supervision, team meetings, and training as appropriate.
  • Work weekend and evening hours, and additional shifts as needed.
  • Assist in escorting residents to services and activities outside the facility, such as clinics, income-maintenance centers, and housing referrals.
  • Plan, implement, and/or research self-care and other social activities for residents.
  • Meet regularly with case managers to assist with assigned tasks.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by senior leadership, the Program Director, the Director of Social Services, or the immediate supervisor.
  • Attend job-related training and agency meetings as necessary.
  • Use good judgment to help ensure the safety of residents and the building.

Desired Qualifications

  • Effective written and oral communication skills.
  • Proficiency with computer-based programs and typing skills.
  • Basic first aid and CPR for adults and children.
  • Naloxone certification.
  • Bilingual communication.

About the Company

Services for the Underserved

Offers services to underserved New Yorkers

Services for the Underserved (S:US) provides social services to New Yorkers facing homelessness, disability, behavioral health and addiction, poverty, criminal justice involvement, and trauma. It coordinates housing, case management, behavioral health treatment, rehabilitation, advocacy, and other supports across New York City and Long Island to address multiple needs in one place. It differentiates itself by its scale and its integrated, place-based approach that combines housing, health, and justice services rather than focusing on a single issue. Its goal is to help people live with purpose, improve neighborhoods, and break the cycle of poverty for current and future generations.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1978

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