RECREATION WORKER
SCO Family of Services - Bronx, NY
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JOB TITLE: Recreation Worker Purpose of the Position: Provide the care of children and youth in and after school setting; develop, plan and implement activities and works for all program participants.Reports To: Child Care CoordinatorSupervises: N/A I. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms care of program participants and assist in coverage, plan and implement activities and workshops for childrenPerform all program recording and reporting to supervisorDevelop monthly calendarsPrepare monthly activity planPrepare observation and incident reportsPrepare for and implement adult workshops and independent living sessionsEnsures safety standards for indoor and outdoor activitiesPrepare workshop curriculaPrepares for and ensures meal preparations for childrenPerforms all other function as assigned II. QUALIFICATIONSAssociates or equivalent desired; must have some experience in working with adults, children and youth; must be able to work with at-risk families. Acquire crisis intervention and conflict resolution and CPR training. Food Handler's certification and or training necessary. III. Relationship with OthersThe position calls for direct involvement with a special population, and must possess sensitivity to the service populationsu0027 cultural and socioeconomic characteristics; in addition the following characteristics are required of all candidates for the position:Commitment to empowering others to solve their own problemsValuing a nurturing family as the ideal environment for a person;A conviction about the capacity of people to grow and change;The ability to establish a respectful relationship with persons served to help them gain skills and confidence;The ability to work collaboratively with other personnel and/or service providers or professionals;The capacity to maintain a helping role and to intervene appropriately to meet service goals;The ability to set limits.Be a team player; andDemonstrate professionalism at all times. IV. WORKING CONDITIONSEmployee must be able to work effectively and efficiently within a highly volatile and demanding work environment. V. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITYEmployee will be responsible to perform all functions and duties relative to the planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities. Employee will ensure The wellbeing of program participants. Plan, develop and provide for workshops, trips and functions that are both cultural and educational. Employee will supervise interns and volunteers and perform the day-to-day functions and duties for a recreational, educational and vocational learning experience.
Created: 2024-09-07