What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Coordinator position at Volunteers of America-Greater New York?
Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70 programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.
Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position: Vocational/Recreational Coordinator
The Vocational/Recreational Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of recreation programs and for developing and implementing vocational services to formerly homeless adults in residence.
Commonwealth Veterans Residence is a single room occupancy (SRO) residence that provides permanent, supportive housing to formerly homeless single veteran men and women, including those diagnosed with behavioral health issues. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/our-vets-programs
Location: Bronx, NY 10472
Minimum Qualifications:
To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/
VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!
Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position: Vocational/Recreational Coordinator
The Vocational/Recreational Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of recreation programs and for developing and implementing vocational services to formerly homeless adults in residence.
Commonwealth Veterans Residence is a single room occupancy (SRO) residence that provides permanent, supportive housing to formerly homeless single veteran men and women, including those diagnosed with behavioral health issues. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/our-vets-programs
Location: Bronx, NY 10472
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field and five years’ experience or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.
- Completes intakes and assessment to determine vocational skill and job-readiness. And collaborate with Case Management staff to include vocational goals and objectives on service plan.
- Identifies appropriate educational, training, and work experience programs for residents and refer residents to appropriate services.
- Develops and supervises recreational activities for residents.
- Screen volunteers, coordinate volunteer activities, and prepare monthly volunteer report.
- Manages emergency food pantry and distributes food to clients on a regular basis.
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Prescription Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday
To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/
VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!