Recreation Specialist
About the role
The Recreation Specialist assists in the planning, organizing and facilitating of therapeutic recreational, educational, social, and wellness activities for youth residing in a Residential Treatment Center (RTC). Under the direct supervision of the Recreation and Volunteer Supervisor, this position supports youth treatment goals by promoting social interaction, physical wellness, emotional regulation, and community engagement in a safe, structured environment. The Recreation Specialist works collaboratively with interdisciplinary treatment teams to enhance youths’ overall quality of life. Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a human services nonprofit supporting the well-being of children, youth, families, and individuals across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 builds well-being by providing prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities, and medical and mental health services.
Responsibilities
- Assists in planning, coordinating, and facilitating daily recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities for youth.
- Assists in developing activity schedules that meet the physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and developmental needs of youth.
- Encourage youth participation in structured recreational programming.
- Supervise youth during recreational activities, outings, and special events while maintaining safety and program expectations.
- Promote positive social interactions, teamwork, communication, and healthy coping skills through recreation.
- Adapt activities