Program Activity Coordinator
Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
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Job Summary
SCOPE OF ROLE:
The role of the Program Activity Coordinator is to plan and implement a variety of activities with input from participants that promote social interaction physical health and mental wellbeing. They should be able to work closely with families and other staff members to ensure that activities are suitable and beneficial for participants. They should have the ability to organizelogisticsfor activities including referrals to outside and community-based activities. Theyare required tobe able to develop a rapport with people with complex needs diverse ethnicities backgrounds ages and sexual preferences.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop a monthly activity calendar ofeventsworking with tenants to integrate their suggestions and ensure that activities reflect their diverse needsexperiencesand interests.
Develop age-appropriate on-site recreation socialization educational and skill-building activities with a view towards community inclusion and integration for individuals and families.
Ensure activity programs include a variety of both ongoing programs andspecial eventswith a focus on life skills and ability to live safely independently as well as improving physical and mental health such as YogaZumbaand Art class etc.
Provide workshops and activities that will address peer pressure drug HIV/AIDS prevention gang violence teen pregnancy teen suicide and other issues associatedwith atriskyouth.
Provide referrals and support for educational workshops and presentations geared toward developing life skills and ability to live safely and independently and that allow tenants to safely age in place thrive in their communities and avoid homelessness.
Documenttenant participation in groups and activitiesin accordance withHRA standards.
Observe and assess the effectiveness of activities gathering feedback from participants to make necessary adjustments and improvements.
Coordinate with staff and implement strategiesregardingany identified challenges with tenant rent payments that may affect housing stability.
Participate in ongoing individual supervision team meetings case conferences division meetings and training.
Job functions are critical tomaintainingthe health safety and wellbeing of the people we serve particularly during emergencies like pandemics natural disasters or government shutdowns. Employeesare often required toreport to work in person during such events.
REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Masters degree in social work or a related human services field with two years of experience working with the homeless population and families.
Two years of experience with activity planning and implementation developingcoordinatingand delivering a variety of activities that promote social interaction physical health and mental wellbeing.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Basic computer skills.
Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills for engaging with participants and fostering a positive environment.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to plan and manage multiple activities simultaneously ensuring all logistical details are handled effectively.
A creative mindset to develop engaging and diverse activity programs that cater to various interests and abilities.
Recreation / activity certification desirable.
S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect integrity support maximizing individualpotentialand continuous quality improvement.From health and wellness resources to generous PTO professional development and more explore all that we offer on ourBenefits Pageand see how S:US invests in you.
We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect integrity support maximizing individualpotentialand continuous quality improvement.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability age sexual orientation national origin veteran status or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access equalopportunityand reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities including allowance of the use ofservicesanimals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied contact theLeave Teamat.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Assisted Living
- Computer Skills
- Physical Examinations
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Publisher
- Regression Analysis
- Serving Experience
- Dementia Care
- Teaching
- Experience with Children
- Memory Care
- Social Work
About Company
Services for the UnderServed (S:US) envisions a city where everyone has a roof over their head, is healthy, productive and can enjoy the social connections that create a life of purpose. Founded in 1978, S:US works with over 37,000 individuals and their families every year to create p ... View more
