Recreation Aide Job at HELP USA, New York State

  • HELP USA
  • New York State

Job Description

Program: Mount Vernon | 240 Franklin Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
What You'll Do

HELP USA is seeking a Recreation Aide to work with adults living in one of our temporary housing facilities.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Developing and implementing a recreational program that is appropriate and meets the needs of all age groups and that will foster positive socialization and empowerment as well as the physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being of all program participants.

  • Ensuring that appropriate recreational services are available for residents with special needs, whether within existing curriculum or through service linkages

  • Encouraging full participation of all residents to enhance socialization in the shelter environment and to ensure maximum utilization of recreational services.

  • Engaging in aggressive community outreach to secure service linkages, in‑kind donations, and other community resources for our residents and our program.

  • Developing a resource guide of free and inexpensive recreational resources in the area.

  • Maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all participants in recreational activities.

  • Developing a budget for the recreation department including basic minimal operational needs, new needs, and “wish lists.”

You’re a great fit for this role if you have:
  • Associate’s degree or equivalent experience and skills.

  • Strong organization skills.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

  • Computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office applications.

  • Must be creative, responsible, patient, kind, and caring.

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Job Tags

Temporary work, Work at office

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