Associate, Recreation

2 months ago

New York, United States Women In Need, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Title of Position: Recreation Associate

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Program Support Services

Reports to: Recreation Coordinator

Positions reporting to this position: None

Salary: $16.30 per hour

Purpose of the Position

Under the supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, the Recreation Associate will assist in the development and implementation of educational and recreational activities that will support the racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds of the children and 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.

· Plan, organize, and participate in social activities with clients and their children.

· Develop and cultivate relationships with community organizations and other city programs that provide free and/or low-cost recreational activities to homeless families.

· Work with Recreation Coordinator to organize special events for holiday celebrations reflecting the racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of our families.

· Escort and supervise the children/youth during field trips and outside activities.

· Responsible for monitoring all recreation equipment in need of repair.

· Ensure that children do not use broken equipment.
· Participate in agency-wide case conferences and staff meetings as required by program.

· Complete necessary documentation to support and track activities of clients.

· Prepares reports as required by funders and Win in an accurate and timely manner.

· Provide continuous feedback to Recreation Coordinator and interface with the program staff and Win’s Department of Children’s Services to ensure the program meets the needs of children.

· Actively participate as a member of the shelter’s multi-disciplinary team to ensure that all child care programs and child development plans are effectively coordinated.

· 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 duties as assigned.


Essential Functions:

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

· Must be able to use public transportation to attend meetings, trainings, and activities for children.

Qualifications:

  • Commitment to Win’s mission, vision, and values.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing educational/recreational activities for homeless or at-risk children.
  • CPR /First Aid Certification eligible.
  • Good organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to interact in a supportive and nurturing manner with children and parents.
  • Bilingual, English /Spanish a plus.
  • Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.

Core Competencies:

· Leadership: Embodies Win’s Core Values and understands that clients’ needs are staff’s priority. Acts with a high degree of professionalism and has a good work ethic.

· Facilitating Change: Willingly learns new approaches, methods, or technologies to improve client outcomes. Develops and meets challenging but achievable goals with clients’ wellbeing in mind.

· Managing Performance: Interacts respectfully with clients and co-workers. Avoids conflict effectively.

· Applying and Developing Expertise: Works diligently in the best interest of the clients. Maintains appropriate boundaries when working with clients.

· Communicating and Collaborating: Works collaboratively with colleagues and supports the team in achieving results. Communicates urgent priorities effectively. Values the full spectrum of diversity and inclusion for peers and clients.

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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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