Top 126 Activity specialist Jobs in Stamford, Ct

Mental Health Specialist
Family Services of Westchester —Yonkers, NY
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Day Habilitation Center Coordinator - Melville
QSAC, Inc. —Melville, NY
- $58,000 - $65,000 a year
- Email
- Management
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- 403(b) matching
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Activity Specialist-Martial Arts
New York City Mission Society —Bronx, NY
- $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Children
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Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle —New Rochelle, NY
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Paid time off
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Director - Health & Benefits Consulting
WTW —Stamford, CT
- $125,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
- Paid jury duty
- Health savings account
Paraeducator - Special Education - Group 1 (2026-2027 SY)
Norwalk Public Schools —Norwalk, CT
- $25.74 - $30.68 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- School experience
- Classroom
- Spanish
Paraeducator - Special Education- Group 1 (2026-2027 SY)
Norwalk Public Schools —Norwalk, CT
- $26.51 - $28.87 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- School experience
- Classroom
- Spanish
Activity Specialist
Children's Aid —Bronx, NY
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
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Camp Activity Specialist- FAIRFIELD YMCA
CENTRAL CT COAST YMCA, INC. —Fairfield, CT
- $18.03 - $22.53 an hour
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Preschool Assistant Teacher
Ridgefield Academy —Ridgefield, CT
- Extended hours
- School experience
- Classroom
- Google Workspace
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
Debt & Asset Recovery Specialist
Mitsubishi HC Capital America Inc —Norwalk, CT
- $57,200 - $63,400 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Activity Specialist
QUEENS COMMUNITY HOUSE INC —Queens, NY
- $50 - $55 an hour
- Seasonal
- Background check
- School experience
- 18 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Raise The Age - Youth Development Specialist
The Children's Village —Dobbs Ferry, NY
- $27 an hour
- Per diem
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Adolescents
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Paraeducator - Special Education - Group 1 Bus (2026-2027 SY)
Norwalk Public Schools —Norwalk, CT
- $25.74 - $30.68 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- School experience
- Spanish
- Writing skills
Assistant Teacher
Ridgefield Academy —Ridgefield, CT
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
Cryostorage Administrative Specialist
Reprotech, LLC —Trumbull, CT
- On call
- OSHA
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
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Memory Care Activity Specialist
Atria Senior Living - Woodlands - AL —Ardsley, NY
- $22.00 - $26.40 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Content Specialist (Northeast Bronx YMCA)
YMCA —Bronx, NY
- $50 an hour
- Online Application
- Microsoft Word
- Classroom
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Gym Specialist
WAKEMAN BOYS & GIRLS CLUB —Bridgeport, CT
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Children
- Organizational skills
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Afterschool Activity Specialist
Scan-Harbor, Inc. —Bronx, NY
- $22 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Serving
- COVID-19 protective measures
- Paid time off
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Mental Health Specialist

Family Services of Westchester -
Yonkers, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$55,000 - $60,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
403(b)
Flexible schedule
Life insurance

Qualifications

LMHC
Spanish
LMSW
Writing skills
English
Experience working with children
Social Work

Full Job Description

Company Overview

Family Services of Westchester, Inc. (FSW) provides mental health and social services that strengthen and support families, children and individuals at every stage of their lives. Serving 30,000 people a year, including 20,000 children, with nearly 50 innovative programs, including counseling, education and support, FSW is a pillar of health in the Westchester community, here to create hope, restore dignity and connect families with the resources to get back on track.

Providing mental health services to children and families is an integral component of the Head Start program. It includes meeting Head Start Performance Standards. The Mental Health Specialist observes children in classrooms, assesses children with social-emotional and behavioral concerns, meets with families to address the needs of their children and supports teaching staff to meet the needs of the children. The Mental Health Specialist conducts parent training and workshops in addition to attending policy council meetings. Staff wellness is a critical part of the Head Start program. To support the staff, the Mental Health Specialist provides staff wellness activities and training. Additionally, the Mental Health Specialist provides training to staff to promote the emotional well-being of children and families.

JOB SUMMARY

FSW is seeking a Mental Health Specialist to provide mental health services to children and families to those in our Head Start Program in Yonkers, NY.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Observe and assess children with behavioral and social-emotional concerns.
Assess children's achievement of developmental milestones.
Conduct individual sessions and family meetings to help them support their child's emotional needs.
Co-lead parent workshops and trainings.
Support teaching staff and strategize with staff to ensure positive learning environment for all children.
Provide assessment based on observation and referrals from Head Start staff.
Administer the Ages and Stages Social-Emotional Questionnaire.
Administer a Trauma History Screening for every child.
Identify any child in need of an evaluation for special services through the Committee for Special Education (CPSE).
Help families navigate the school district in order to request an evaluation for special services.
Work closely with Disabilities Coordinator when working with a child in need or receiving special services in order to plan integrated services.
Engage all staff and children in the Second-Step curriculum.
Facilitate referrals for parents and children to community resources when needed.
Participate in monthly Mental Health Meetings.
Attend monthly Policy Council meetings.
Co-lead evidenced based Positive Solutions for Families parenting trainings with Family Advocate.
Conducts monthly Parent Workshops.
Provides monthly staff wellness activities and trainings.
Document all observations, assessments and meetings in COPA.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Must have MHC, MSW, LMSW, LMHC, Certified MHC (required)
B.A. or B.S. in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services, Counseling or related field (required)

SKILLS

Strong interpersonal skills including excellent active listening and clear oral communication skills.
Excellent organization and interpersonal skills.
Excellent computer skills.
Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
Highly organized, self-directed and able to multi-task.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Effective in problem solving.
Able to engage effectively with children and families.
Knowledge of mental health, human development and community health practices.
Knowledge of local community resources helpful.
Able to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Culturally competent/sensitive (racial, ethnic, linguistic, LGBTQ+, physical ability, etc.
Proficient in Microsoft applications.
Strong writing skills.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

EXPERIENCE

3 years + experience working in mental health and/or social services.
Experience working with children.
Experience with Head Start or Early Head Start desirable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Manual dexterity and regular hours at computer keyboard.
Approximately 55% walking/standing and 45% sitting.
Local travel in the middle of the day to other sites may be required.
Bending and lifting may be required.
May be required to lift up to 25 lbs.
Driver's License

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Requires adherence to OCFS/HS/EHS Standards.
Some exposure to communicable diseases.
Work is generally performed in a classroom setting or in an office requiring face-to-face interaction.
Travel by car, bus, airplane or train may also be required with attendance at conferences, meetings and other duties carried out at distant locations in and out of state and in some cases where some overnight travel may be required.

There are a variety of benefits to joining Family Services of Westchester, an organization with over 65 years of history impacting vulnerable communities. In addition to the opportunity to connect with and help thousands of residents in Westchester County, FSW offers its employees an inspiring, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) and generous paid time off.

At FSW, we enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace that prioritizes our clients and the communities we serve. If you want to make a difference in the lives of thousands of people across the communities of Westchester, and this position speaks to your capabilities, experience and commitment to social service, please complete the online application on Indeed.com, upload your resume and cover letter with salary requirements. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or email.

Family Services of Westchester is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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activity specialist jobs in stamford, ct

Mental Health Specialist

Day Habilitation Center Coordinator - Melville

Activity Specialist-Martial Arts

Youth Development Professional

Director - Health & Benefits Consulting

Paraeducator - Special Education - Group 1 (2026-2027 SY)

Paraeducator - Special Education- Group 1 (2026-2027 SY)

Activity Specialist

Camp Activity Specialist- FAIRFIELD YMCA

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Debt & Asset Recovery Specialist

Activity Specialist

Raise The Age - Youth Development Specialist

Paraeducator - Special Education - Group 1 Bus (2026-2027 SY)

Assistant Teacher

Cryostorage Administrative Specialist

Memory Care Activity Specialist

Content Specialist (Northeast Bronx YMCA)

Gym Specialist

Afterschool Activity Specialist

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