Recreation Coordinator

2 weeks ago


New York, United States Women In Need, Inc. (Win) Full time

Title of Position: Recreation Coordinator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Childcare

Salary: $24.01 per hour

Reports to: Director of Children’s Services

Positions reporting to this position: Recreation Associate


Purpose of the Position:

The Recreational Coordinator is responsible for the planning and development of educational/recreational activities which support the cultural backgrounds of the families served by Win.


Responsibilities:

• Commit to using evidence-based practices (EBP); Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma-Informed Care (TIC), critical time intervention, and boundary setting, to help clients achieve their goals.

• Collaborate with the Department of Education (DOE), community organizations and city programs that provide free or low cost educational and recreational activities for Win families and their children.

• Responsible for the planning, development and coordination of all educational/recreational activities for the site.

• Create and post schedules and support parental engagement opportunities for Win families.

• Supervise the Recreation Department staff and provide training to Recreation Associates.

• Complete performance evaluations on time.

• Cooperate with the Human Capital Department to address recruitment and staff performance concerns.

• Interface with all program staff to ensure that the program meets the needs of all participating Win children.

• Collaborate with the Recreation Team members to organize special events for holiday celebrations reflecting the cultural backgrounds of Win families.

• Commit to interacting with Win children and families in a supportive and nurturing manner.

• Monitor activity areas for the removal damaged equipment and manage the procurement of replacement equipment with the manager.

• Ensure the safety of all participating children in the program, monitor daily attendance, and monitor recreational activities.

• Participate in case conferences, organization wide and staff meetings related to recreational services.

• Maintain and secure inventory of supplies and equipment.

• Work closely with the Maintenance Department staff to keep department areas clean and well organized.

• Prepare and complete required documentation to support and track department activities and attendance.

• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and days that NYC schools are closed.

• Must be able to escort children on field trips.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.


Essential Functions:

• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs in the assigned building.

• Must escort children to activities in the Win van and public transportation if necessary.


Qualifications:

• Commitment to Win’s mission, vision, and values.

• BA/BS Degree required.

• Two (2) years of experience providing educational/recreational activities for children plus one (1) year of supervisory experience.

• CPR /First Aide Certification required.

• Must submit to a medical screening to ensure good health by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Bureau of Child Care.

• Good organizational, written and verbal communication skills required.

• Bilingual - English/Spanish a plus.


Core Competencies:

• Leading Others: Conduct informative meetings with staff and communicate critical information clearly. Leads by example, doesn’t stay behind the desk, stays visible to staff and clients.

• Facilitating Change: Motivate others to achieve outstanding client outcomes. Develop and meet challenging but achievable goals with the client’s wellbeing in mind.

• Managing Performance: Ensure tasks are appropriately delegated and completed in a timely fashion. Hold staff and self-accountable for performance at high standards.

• Applying and Developing Expertise: Apply technical knowledge to solve a range of problems. Understand and uphold all policies and procedure described in Win’s Employee Handbook.

• Communicating and Collaborating: Value the full spectrum of diversity and inclusion for clients and staff. Foster open communication to and from his or her supervisor.



WIN’S DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION HIRING COMMITMENT

Our most effective service to our community comes from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experience. As a result, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. Win actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.



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