The Recreation Aide assists in facilitating various recreational, educational, and social activities for residents in supportive housing. They are also responsible for monitoring client progress, maintaining facility equipment, and performing onsite outreach to encourage program participation.
CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 72,000 individuals and families each year at our 100 locations, including 10,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families live in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
Clarkson Estates will provide supportive housing to 59 formerly homeless families, 35 formerly homeless young adults, 35 youth aging out of foster care, and 35 formerly incarcerated individuals. Programming will focus on economic development and workforce training, youth development and violence prevention, adult education and financial literacy, recreation, and health and wellness.
Position: Recreation Aide
Reports To: Recreational Coordinator
Location: 329 Clarkson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Assist with the teaching of physical education, arts and crafts, performing arts, music, sports, ADL & other recreational activities. (i.e., emergency services)
Help plan, coordinate and facilitate social and/or peer support events for clients; Organize, and co-facilitate group community activities.
Assist with the design and production of aesthetic visuals for public spaces of the shelter which reflect cultural, seasonal and programmatic themes.
Communicate effectively with clients, CAMBA staff, community members, donors and with funders; receive/relay phone calls/messages in a timely manner.
Track and keep records of community donations and supplies used.
Ensure that recreation facilities and equipment are used properly.
Monitor clients' progress, create tracker logs and document via progress notes; input client data/ client progress information into automated database. (CARES system)
Market the program(s); prepare marketing materials for program(s); conduct onsite outreach to encourage client participation.
Compile and provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. and/or equivalent experience.
$42,442.40 annually When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
Market context
Recreation aide openings in New York are often tied to resident activity programs, so demand can be steady in settings that support daily engagement and supervision. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma or GED, the ability to earn First Aid, CPR, and overdose prevention certifications, and a child abuse report background check. If you are considering applying, confirm you can meet the certification and screening steps early; requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.
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