Recreation Specialist Lifelong Enrichment Program
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Job Location:
Brooklyn, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 20 - 20
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position: Recreational Counselor/Direct Support Professional
Department: Lifelong Enrichment Program- DOHMH - 70200
Report to: Program Director
Location: 691 Fulton Street Brooklyn NY
Hours: Full Time 35 hours per week; Day shift M-F
Salary Range : $20.00 to $20.00
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Summary:
A recreation counselor in our Lifelong Enrichment Program engages individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities ages 18 and older in social and recreational activities/groups. They research resources programs and other services for individuals. They are responsible to complete and/or maintain required documentation to meet audit standards.
Responsibilities:
Engage participants in social health/wellness recreational exploratory discussion and other activities/groups based on their interests onsite and community based.
Provide computer assisted learning and communication.
Obtain setting-up and cleaning-up refreshments and materials.
Complete required documentation to meet audit standards from DOHMH.
Assist with the location of resources programs and other services for individuals.
Create a monthly schedule of activities.
Create and implement artistic ideas for weekly sessions
Additional task maybe assigned
Qualifications:
High School Diploma required; Associates degree preferred
Previous experience or knowledge in the I/DD field is a plus
Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus
Must have good interpersonal and verbal communication skills including ability to problem-solve
Experience with developing and creating innovative recreation and other activities
Good interpersonal skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Able to do field work escorting individuals on trips as needed.
Must pass OPWDD fingerprinting and background check
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Physical Education
- Microsoft Publisher
- Van Driver
- Behavioral Therapy
- Commercial Driving
- Computer Literacy
- Website Maintenance
- Recreational Therapy
- Experience with Children
- Program Design
- PTSD Care
- Writing Skills
About Company
BCS works in neighborhoods impacted by systemic poverty. We believe all Brooklynites should have the resources, education, opportunities, and safety they need to thrive. 1100 With over 50 award-winning programs and 28 locations across Brooklyn, BCS serves over 20,000 individuals in ne ... View more
