JOB DETAILS
Recreation Specialist
CompanyWEST SIDE FED SR.SUP
LocationNew York
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 18, 2026
About The Company
WSFSSH is a nearly 50-year-old community-based, non-profit organization responding to the urgent need for senior housing in New York City. The mission of WSFSSH is to provide safe and affordable housing with supportive services within a residential setting that enhances the independence and dignity of each person. WSFSSH was founded in 1976 and opened its first building in 1980. WSFSSH has steadily grown over the past twenty-five years and now operates twelve buildings, serving 1800 people with a wide range of housing needs.
About the Role
The West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing, Inc. (WSFSSH) is a community-based organization whose mission is to provide safe, affordable housing with supportive services within a residential setting which enhances the independence and dignity of each person. WSFSSH develops, manages, and provides housing for low- income older persons, many of whom live with mental illness and/or have experienced homelessness. WSFSSH is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Recreation Specialist
The Recreation Specialist is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of a comprehensive program, addressing the social, educational, recreational, and spiritual needs of the residents.
Responsibilities:
- Working with staff and residents, gather information on resident interests and needs related to activities.
- Design comprehensive program of social, educational, recreational and spiritual activities
- Identify community resources that can enhance resident programs.
- Foster participation of residents in activities and event in the larger community.
- Foster the planning and running of birthday and holiday celebrations.
- Facilitate and/or lead group activities
- Provide individual services to residents as needed.
- Facilitate trips and outings for residents.
- Responsible for providing a monthly activity calendar and posting it in the facility.
- Outreach to residents to acquaint them with all activities, and encourage their participation
- Participate in resident meetings as requested by supervisor.
- Maintain all client forms accurately and complete them in a timely manner.
- Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant government regulations including DOH, and OMH requirements.
- Maintain all public bulletin boards.
- Responsible for the purchase of program supplies and completion of all necessary record keeping related to these expenditures.
- Work closely with all residents and staff to monitor effectiveness of program.
Other
- Work as member of team to establish and maintain high level of care and respect for and communication with residents
- Work cooperatively with other staff members
- Share information about resident progress, needs and problems with appropriate staff in a timely manner.
- Attend training sessions and conferences as assigned by supervisor
- Crisis Intervention as needed
- Implement emergency procedures as necessary
- Assist with other duties as directed.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent. Higher education preferred.
- Experience in recreation and/or activities
- Fluency, oral and written, in Spanish required
- Able to speak, read and write English (as required by DSS regulation 487.9.13)
- At least 18 years of age.
Monday - Friday, 10am-6pm
35
Key Skills
Program DesignActivity PlanningSpanish FluencyCrisis InterventionCommunity OutreachCase DocumentationEvent CoordinationResident EngagementRegulatory ComplianceBudget Management
Categories
Social ServicesSports & RecreationHealthcareGovernment & Public Sector
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Recreation Specialist designs and implements comprehensive social, educational, and spiritual programs for low-income older adults. They are responsible for coordinating activities, managing program supplies, and ensuring compliance with government regulations.
📋Job Type
full time hourly working at least 35hrs
💰Salary Range
$26 - $29
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
131
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
35 hours
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