Supervisor

The Division of Adult Services provides an array of services for homeless single adults and adult families (families with no minor children). While in shelter, staff focus on diverting clients back to permanent housing, working closely with them to identify other permanent housing options through subsidies, supportive housing, or independent living. Specifically, the Division is responsible for the oversight and contract monitoring as well as social services delivery to approximately 20,340 Single Adults and 2,500 Adult Families which is comprised of more than 5,000 individuals. They ensure that services to the City's most vulnerable population are delivered 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year and throughout the five boroughs.

The Department of Homeless Services is recruiting for one (1) Recreation Supervisor to function as a Supervisor, who will:

• Be responsible for planning and supervising the recreational activities/programs designed to engage the different populations in shelter.

• Supervise work of subordinate employees.

• Prepare stipend agreements, coordinate monthly disbursements, maintain an accurate ledge for record keeping and sub impress fund reimbursement.

• Demonstrate, teach and lead recreational activities, such as group and team games, arts and crafts, dances, gymnastics and simple forms of music and dramatics.

• Organize and promote events for special occasions such as holiday events.

• Issue and collect supplies and equipment.

• Regularly inspect recreational areas and equipment for safety.

• Attend community meetings as assigned.

• Must be available evenings and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

1.A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and two years of satisfactory, full-time experience in recreation leadership; or

2.Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with events coordination and planning.

• Proficient with Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Publisher.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Effective decision-making and negotiation skills.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.