S:US is seeking a Recreation Specialist for our families with children's shelter in Brooklyn.
This position is located at 882 Dumont Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11207.
The Recreation Specialist will:
Provide in classroom child care when necessary, supervise the after school and summer program.Plan trips, recreational and cultural activities appropriate to children’s interest and developmental levels, prepare monthly schedule.Maintain recreational space with age appropriate toys, arts and craft.Accompany children and parents to events when necessary. Provide guidance and information to clients around the daily activity schedule, House Rules, Program Policies and Procedures Monitor client behavior to ensure compliance with House Rules, Program Policies, and Procedures.Responsible for cleaning program areas after usage. Provide guidance to clients in proper upkeep of living quarters, personal hygiene and grooming, appropriate attire, in-house vocational training, and participation in other support service activities.Respond to crisis and emergency situations and contact the appropriate authorities as needed.Participate in ongoing individual supervision, team meetings, and trainings as appropriate. A work schedule that includes weekend and evening hours will be required. Additional shifts required as needed Perform other duties related to the program as delegated by the Facility Manager, Director of Social Services or Program Director
Benefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays’
S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
QualificationsREQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or GED required. Associates degree preferred. 1 to 2 years of experience working in a large residential/institutional setting with a special needs population is required. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required. Knowledge of child care and development.Company Overview
Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.
S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Director of Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@sus.org
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