Assistant Recreation Specialist
$37.852k/y-$37.852k/y
a day ago
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Summary
African American Planning Commission, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Recreation Specialist to join their team in Bronx, NY. The role involves supervising children and residents in recreational programs and ensuring compliance with established regulations.
About the Role
As an Assistant Recreation Specialist, you will motivate client participation in recreational activities, monitor compliance with regulations, assist in implementing scheduled activities, organize holiday events, maintain records, de-escalate conflicts, instruct sports, manage recreation equipment, and develop a structured After School Program. Additionally, you will prepare nutritious meals following USDA guidelines and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
About You
Required:
- Two years of college and one year of related experience or high school diploma and two years of related experience.
- Knowledge of recreational activities in the community.
- Experience working with children of all ages.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Food Safety Certification.
Preferred:
- Bilingual (Spanish/English).
Benefits
- 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).
- Potential for college student debt forgiveness under PSLF.
African American Planning Commission, Inc.
The African American Planning Commission (AAPCI) Inc., is a New York City-based 501(c)(3), nonprofit organization committed to addressing homelessness and the related issues of domestic violence, HIV/AIDS, housing shortage, and unemployment within the communities in which we live and serve.
Bronx, NY