Childcare & Recreation Specialist (VIC II-562)
Company: Volunteers of America Greater New York
Location: Bronx
Posted on: January 15, 2022
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Job Description:
About Us:Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-GNY) is an
anti-poverty organization that seeks to end homelessness in the New
York metropolitan area by the year 2050. We focus our continuum of
care to address the most prevalent causes of homelessness: (1) lack
of affordable housing; (2) unmet health needs, including but not
limited to mental health and substance use; and (3) lack of jobs
that create wealth. In each of these areas we strive to incorporate
strategies that address issues of racial equity. We know that our
clients are confronting longstanding barriers to accessing quality
housing, healthcare, and employment. Our programs are designed to
ensure that our clients do not have to face these challenges alone.
Now in our second century of serving those in need, VOA-GNY
understands what it takes to heal families and individuals who are
in crisis and have experienced trauma. We operate and provide
services in emergency shelters, transitional housing, and permanent
supportive housing for close to 11,000 men, women and children
through 65 programs located in New York City, Northern New Jersey,
and Westchester annually. We are one of the largest providers of
services to families and individuals experiencing homelessness in
the Greater New York area, serving survivors of domestic violence,
people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, and others who have
behavioral health or substance use needs. Many of VOA-Greater New
York's programs are nationally recognized and meet the rigorous
standards of accrediting bodies CARF, COA and the NAEYC.
'Successful applicants must be vaccinated for COVID-19 before their
start date with VOA-GNY, unless you have been approved by VOA-GNY
for a medical or religious exception to this requirement.' Summary:
The Childcare and Recreation Specialist is responsible for
assisting in the development and implementation of childcare and
recreation activities, classroom operations and programming
appropriate for the client population. Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's degree and one year of relevant experience with a
similar population or high school diploma or GED with at least two
years relevant experience. Supervisory Role: This position does not
have supervisory responsibilities. Principal Responsibilities: The
below enumerated principal responsibilities are inclusive of both
program specific and firm-wide related administration, as
applicable. 1. Plan, coordinate, publicize, implement and
facilitate support groups, recreational activities, special events
and holiday programs. Update and post printed materials and
encourage client participation. 2. Assist in the development and
implementation of new programs aimed at enhancing clients
motivation through socialization and the development of leisure
time skills. 3. Coordinate programs with Case Managers to
facilitate success of enrichment sessions. 4. Develop contacts with
various sources for off-site activities. 5. Assist in preparing and
submitting written and statistical reports. 6. Assist in creating
an instructional environment that fosters learning and growth. 7.
Assist in classroom activities on a daily basis. 8. Help to
evaluate the student progress on an ongoing basis, maintaining
necessary records. 9. Provide aftercare to clients in the program.
10. Perform other related duties as requested. Expected Results of
Principal Responsibilities: 1. Programs and activities will be in
line with program goals and objectives. 2. Clients will have access
to an array of support, socialization and recreational activities.
3. Program goals and objectives are met. Immediate needs addressed.
4. Solid and healthy relationships are maintained with community
links. 5. Data collected will be accurate and complete and reports
will be completed and submitted on time. 6. Learning and growth are
promoted. 7. Classroom activities are monitored. 8. Student program
is monitored. Ensure accurate record keeping of the program. 9.
Aftercare program goals and objectives are met. 10. All other
related tasks are completed on time and accurately. Work
Environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee
will be in a residential shelter environment performing
recreational and child care tasks in a classroom. Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly
required to have visual acuity, talk and hear while communicating
with peers and/or vendors. This position is sedentary and mobile.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items up to 20
pounds. Position Type: This is a full-time position. Make a living
by making a difference. Apply online today! Volunteers of America
is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected
Categories. Other details
Keywords: Volunteers of America Greater New York, New Rochelle , Childcare & Recreation Specialist (VIC II-562), Other , Bronx, New York
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