*Now Open* Recreation Specialist, Glenmore Manor $55K

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates on the initial screening and assessment team to determine whether tenant is suitable for independent living and appropriate to be housed in the housing program.
• Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, gym, and other leisure time activities.
• Meet with tenants regularly to ascertain and interpret tenant interests and develop activities to meet their interests.
• Plan, coordinate, publicize, implement and facilitate support groups, special events and holiday programs.
• Complete and maintain time and attendance forms.
• Update and post printed materials and encourage tenant participation.
• Aid in the development and implementation of new programs aimed at enhancing tenant’s motivation through socialization and the development of leisure time skills.
• Document tenant participation in recreational activities in tenant's case record.
• Meet and collaborate with agency personnel, community organizations, NYC Parks Department, and other professional personnel to plan balanced recreational programs for participants.
• Escort tenants to recreational activities and other relevant events.
• Communicate with the Social Services team to discuss tenant concerns or tenant's progress.
• Attend social services meetings as necessary to coordinate services and participate as part of a team to ensure service delivery to all tenants.
• Track and report outcomes and provide data updates on tenants as directed.
• Participate in on-site and off-site trainings and meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimal Qualifications: Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in a related field (social work, mental health counseling, psychology, sociology etc.) with at least three (3) – five (5) years’ experience in a residential setting or, Associate degree in a related field (social work, mental health counseling, psychology, sociology etc.) with at least five (5) years’ experience in a residential setting.
• Other Qualifications: Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a focus on providing excellent services. Strong written communication skills and ability to complete reports, as assigned. Demonstrate ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with a diverse community of residents, program staff and external vendors. Ability to exercise good judgment and apply problem solving skills. Experience working collaboratively in a team oriented and outcomes focused environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $55,000.00 per year.
• Benefits: AAPCI provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply): Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental & Vision, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (23 days), Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Retirement Benefits Plan (403B).