We have an opportunity available for an Activities Coordinator for our Social Adult Day Services program. We're looking for someone with a bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or a related field who has experience working with the elderly. CTRS is preferred. Bilingual Spanish speaker preferred. If you are interested, please visit our website for the full job description: https://lnkd.in/e5BYeDxe #werehiring #CTRS #nonprofitjobs #jobswithpurpose #nycjobs #queensny
Sunnyside Community Services
Individual and Family Services
Sunnyside, NY 2,086 followers
Lighting up lives with programs as diverse as the people we serve.
About us
Sunnyside Community Services (SCS) is a community-based nonprofit centered on the belief that every person deserves meaningful support to achieve their aspirations – especially struggling families and individuals. With programs designed to enrich lives and strengthen communities through services and engagement for individuals at all ages, beginning with those most in need, SCS has been lighting up lives since 1974. SCS serves a diverse community of over 16,000 people of all ethnicities and income levels throughout Queens with programs that range from pre-K to college and career readiness, home care and home health aide training, Beacon and Cornerstone community centers for children and families, ESOL classes, immigration legal services, immigrant community engagement, a vibrant senior center, and a full range of services for at-risk older adults including social adult day care for individuals with Alzheimer’s, and a city-wide program of supportive services for those who care for them. SCS encourages individuals to use their time and talents to give back to their community. The organization offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals ages 15 and older including helping youth through tutoring and homework assistance, preparing or serving meals in the senior center, visiting homebound older adults, helping homebound seniors care for their pets, assisting with administrative work, and more.
- Website
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https://www.scsny.org/
External link for Sunnyside Community Services
- Industry
- Individual and Family Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Sunnyside, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1974
- Specialties
- pre-kindergarten, career readiness, home care, Alzheimer's disease or dementia, Home Health Aide training, family and individual caregiving support, ESOL, senior center, after-school programs, college readiness, caregivers, youth development, immigration legal services, and community engagement
Locations
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Primary
43-31 39th St
Sunnyside, NY 11104, US
Employees at Sunnyside Community Services
Updates
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Earlier this month, employees of Bank of America in Sunnyside, Queens conducted a workshop for older adults about saving for the future. After the workshop, older adults could ask questions or speak one-on-one with staff. A big thank you to everyone at Bank of America for this informative workshop! If you are 60 years old or older and would like to participate in workshops, activities, exercise classes, field trips, and more, join us at our Center for Active Older Adults. Learn more on our website at https://lnkd.in/eASGaRs5 #activeseniors #senioractivities #queensny #nyc
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We have an opening available for a Transportation Coordinator. The person in this role will drive older adults from their homes to our Older Adult Center located at 39th Street, off Queens Boulevard, in Sunnyside, Queens. They will also coordinate day trips for socialization and enrichment and agency-wide transportation needs as they arise. If you are interested in being an essential part of our Older Adult Center as a Transportation Coordinator, visit our website at https://lnkd.in/ef7PYc3S #werehiring #jobswithpurpose #driverjobs #nycjobs #queensny
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We're looking for a licensed registered nurse for the role of Field Nurse. The person in this position will visit clients' homes and conduct comprehensive assessments to ensure the needs of clients can be safely met in their homes. The Field Nurse will also participate in the coordination of client care, and develop and evaluate the effectiveness of the client’s Plan of Care. For full details about this opportunity, visit our website at https://lnkd.in/eS78jJsz #werehiringnow #nursingjobs #nycjobs #jobswithpurpose #healthcarejobs
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Congratulations to the recent graduates of our Personal Care Assistance Program! Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) are trained to provide assistance to individuals in their own homes. They help with everyday tasks and work very closely with each patient. This essential service not only enhances the quality of life for those in need but also brings peace of mind to their families. We are proud of our graduates and the positive impact they will make in their communities. #PCA #PersonalCareAssistant #graduates #congrats
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We have an opportunity available for a per diem Home Health Aide Nurse Instructor who will provide instruction for home health aide training. The successful candidate will be a registered professional nurse licensed to practice in New York State and will have at least two years of home care experience. See the full job description on our website at: https://lnkd.in/eHPvstvM #hiringnow #werehiring #HHAjobs #healthcarejobs #nyc
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We will be open as a Cooling Center today (Monday, August 5) from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Our Cooling Center is open to adults ages 60 and older. Stop by to cool off in our air-conditioned space at 43-31 39th Street in Sunnyside, Queens. To find a cooling center in another location in NYC, visit https://lnkd.in/eu6FN-sh. #heatwave #coolingcenter #nyc
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Escape the heat by visiting our air-conditioned Sunnyside location. SCS is part of a city-wide activation of air-conditioned facilities that residents can visit to cool down. New York City opens cooling centers throughout the five boroughs to help prevent heat-related illnesses or deaths. The SCS Cooling Center will be open during the following hours: Friday, August 2: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm (adults age 60 & older) Saturday, August 3: 9 am – 3 pm (all ages welcome) To find a cooling center in another location, visit https://lnkd.in/eu6FN-sh. #extremeheat #coolingcenter #nyc #queensny #staycool
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We have an opportunity available for a Program Director of Adult Day Services to oversee the daily operation of our Adult Day Services program. To be successful in this role, you should have a degree in social work, 3–5 years of administrative or management experience, and experience working with people with dementia. Learn more on our website at https://lnkd.in/e2kQM_DR #socialworkjobs #nonprofitjobs #jobswithpurpose #werehiring #hiringnow #nycjobs
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We would like to thank Shaorah and Mildred, our recent interns from the St. Nicks Alliance Workforce Development program. They provided invaluable assistance to our clients in our Social Adult Day Program, which offers specialized support and activities for older adults with cognitive impairments such as Alzheimer’s disease. Shaorah and Mildred helped with daily meals, games, exercises, and other activities. Thank you, Shaorah and Mildred, for your dedication and hard work! #intern #gratitude #queens #nyc