Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Since 1929, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York has been committed to improving the well-being of children, youth, and families across New York City and Long Island. As a nonprofit organization, we provide a broad range of high-quality services including prevention, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption, and integrated medical and mental health services. Our Residential Treatment Center (RTC) in Wading River provides 24/7 therapeutic care to youth with complex emotional and behavioral needs in a safe, structured, and healing environment. A career at Little Flower is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. To learn more about our mission and programs, visit

The Recreation and Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing, developmentally appropriate recreational programming for youth residing in the Residential Treatment Center. This role also leads the recruitment, coordination, and support of community volunteers and mentors, promoting positive relationships, enrichment, and skill-building opportunities. Grounded in best practices and aligned with organizational policy and state regulations. This position fosters an environment that is inclusive, empowering, and focused on youth voice and participation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a robust and diverse calendar of recreational, wellness, and cultural activities for youth across cottages, ensuring alignment with treatment goals and therapeutic principles.
• Coordinate daily and special events, including holiday celebrations, talent shows, field days, outdoor activities, and trips.
• Partner with Residential Managers and Shift Supervisors to ensure youth participation, supervision, and integration of recreation into residential routines.
• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers, mentors, and community partners; ensure all background checks, clearances, and orientation requirements are met.
• Provide timely responses to all volunteer/mentor inquiries received by Development and Human Resources departments.
• Coordinate quarterly gatherings with mentors
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment during all activities, modeling positive engagement and promoting inclusive participation.
• Manage all recreational supplies, equipment, and budget in collaboration with the Residential Operations team.
• Document attendance, activity participation, and feedback for continuous quality improvement and regulatory purposes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—including Clinical, Casework, and Education—to ensure recreation supports treatment planning and youth development.
• Create opportunities for youth leadership, voice, and choice in the design and evaluation of recreational and volunteer activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Human Services, Education, or related field required.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in youth development, recreation programming, or volunteer coordination.
• Experience working with youth in residential, foster care, or behavioral health settings preferred. Strong organizational, facilitation, and communication skills.

• Ability to lead engaging, trauma-informed activities and manage group dynamics.
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License and ability to transport youth if needed.

Core Competencies:

Youth engagement and recreation planning, volunteer management and community building, trauma-informed group facilitation, relationship development and mentoring, communication and coordination, cultural responsiveness and creativity.

Why Join Little Flower?

• Join a mission-driven organization with nearly a century of service.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive leadership team.
• Access to a comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities.
• Help shape meaningful services that enhance lives and strengthen communities.

Working Conditions:

• On-site presence required.
• Flexible schedule with frequent evening and weekend hours to support programming and special events.
• Participation in field trips and off-campus events is periodically required.

EEO Statement:

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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