Recreational Counselor-(DOHMH) Woodhull

Comunilife Inc. is looking to fill a Recreational Counselor position for its Brooklyn Congregate Program. The Recreational Counselor is responsible for the provision, planning and coordination of recreational  activities at the program. They are responsible for the assessment and recommendation for  appropriate activities; lead and co-lead activity groups and encourage clients’ participation in  community events. They will also be responsible for planning and coordinating special events and  holidays activities as well as provide recreation related trainings to staff. This position is eligible to participate in Comunilife's generous benefits and paid time off package.

Essential Duties:

• Develop and implement recreational program. 
• Provide assistance with activities for daily  living as it relates to the use of recreational activities to clients to increase their capacity for  independent living 
• Develop and implement weekly recreational activities including arts & crafts, games,  music and other activities based on client population needs 
• Coordinate field trips and outings, i.e., movies, plays, concerts and sporting events 
• Document clients’ progress and participation in the chart 
• Establish network of community resources that will provide recreational therapeutic  activities 
• Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings, as required 
• Collaborates with Case Manager and/or Substance Abuse or Mental Health Counselors in  the development of recreation related long and short term goals as needed 
• Provide recreation related training and instruction to staff

Education and Experience Requirement(s)

• Prefer Certified Recreation Therapists Specialist (CRTS) certification, Master’s Degree  with two years direct work experience or minimum of Bachelor’s Degree (prefer  Recreation Education or Therapeutic Recreation) with at least three to five years’  experience.  
• Experience with HIV/AIDS afflicted individuals, chronic mental illness, substance abuse  individuals and their families a plus  
• Bilingual skills in English/Spanish a plus