Recreation Coordinator

Job Summary

A Recreation Coordinator is responsible for managing and developing recreational programs, activities, and facilities within the organization, such as a city park department or a senior center. They oversee staff, budget management, and program implementation, ensuring safe and engaging experiences for the individuals. 

Travel to multiple locations is required! 

The salary range for this position is $50,000-$60,000 annually.

Job Responsibilities

Compliance & Operations

• Develop and implement a wide range of recreation outings, including sports, arts, and cultural activities, for various age groups and disabilities. 
• Supervise, and evaluate staff members involved in recreation activities. 
• Promote recreation programs for the residents and engage with individuals. 
• Develop and enforce safety protocols for all recreation activities. 
• Manage recreation schedules, records, and other administrative tasks related to recreation.
• Plan and organize special events and festivals related to recreation. 
• Work with the residential department, organizations, and community groups to coordinate recreation activities.

Qualifications & Education

• Bachelor's Degree and substantial related experience is required
• 1-2 years’ experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities required
• 1 year of OPWDD experience is highly preferred
• A minimum of 1 year supervisory work experience required
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required for site visits is required
• 1-2 years’ experience driving large passenger vehicle required
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb items.
• Ability to run, if needed

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.

Benefits

QSAC benefits are some of the best and go beyond health and retirement.  You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.  

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff) 
• Medical can be as low as $1 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff)
• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff). Start with 24 days annually and progressively increase with each year of service
• 13 holidays and birthday off (for full time staff)
• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match 
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC.

To Apply: please send resume to jobs@qsac.com 

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Salary : $50,000 - $60,000