Job Description

Weekend Recreational Specialist - Per Diem



Brooklyn Residential Treatment Facility (RTF)

Position Type:

Per-Diem; 8-16 hours weekly

Schedule:

Saturdays & Sundays | 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (8hourshifts)

Reports To:

Creative Arts Director



Position Summary



The Weekend Activity Specialist plays a key role in supporting the therapeutic goals of the RTF by providing engaging, skill-based weekend workshops and activities to youth ages12-18. Specialists are responsible fordelivering culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and age-appropriate programming that supports healing, creativity, and personal growth in a safe, welcoming environment.



Key Responsibilities



Facilitateinteractive workshops on weekends (e.g., art, music, dance, mindfulness, fitness, creative writing, cultural expression) Bring a specific skillset to life in ways that are accessible, therapeutic, and empowering for youth with complex trauma histories Foster a safe space for emotional expression and group engagement through structured activities Coordinate with unit staff to ensure safe supervision and therapeutic framing Support youth recruitment in collaboration with unit leaders and social work team Provide post-session feedback regarding attendance, participation,and impactfollowing each session.

Preferred Qualifications



Background in arts, wellness, recreation, education, or youth development Experience facilitatingworkshops or youth engagement in group settings Commitment to trauma-informed care and strengths-based approaches Clear communication, empathy, and flexibility in dynamic environments

This Role Is ForYou If You...



? Are passionate about empowering youth through creativity and mentorship

? Have a special skill or practice you'reeager to share with purpose

? Thrive in weekend work and value relationship-based facilitation

? Understand the importance of consistency, warmth, and positive modeling

To Apply:

Please submityour resume and a brief note about your skill area or proposed workshop(s) to ninagrae@childcenterny.org.