Program Assistant - 4054

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 60 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pick up and deliver packages, proposals and reports. Errands throughout the city may be required on a moment notice
• Enter client and program data into computer databases and other tracking systems
• Gather information needed for proposals, reports and program management including inventories and fixed asset registers
• Ensure that client files contain required paperwork and information
• Update information on community resources ( e.g., bulletin boards, ACES manual)
• Assist in the preparation of mailings.
• Provide general clerical support, including filing, faxing, word processing, typing, photocopying and sorting mail.
• Answer telephones and take messages.
• Report to, and meet with, supervisor on a weekly basis
• Complete program reports on a monthly basis or more frequently as requires
• Support in the completion of Participant Case Notes
• Assist with the planning of special projects and events as assigned.
• Organize and facilitate workshops and activities on a needed basis
• Order program supplies on a need basis
• Serve as the direct liaison between Parents/Guardian, School Administration and Program Coordinator and Program Director
• Oversee line staff in the absence of Program Coordinator
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent credentials required, an Bachelors Degree preferred.
• A minimum of one year of administrative work experience preferred.
• Proficiency in English required; proficiency in a second language preferred
• Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork.
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
• Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
• Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org.