Program Assistant - 5074
About The Position
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 are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention. Our Cornerstone community center youth programs are designed to provide engaging, high-quality youth services in partnership with NYCHA and our strong network of nonprofit providers across the City. The Cornerstone adult programs are designed to enhance skills and promote social interaction, community engagement, and physical activity.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent credentials required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required.
- Authorization to work in the United States for any employer is mandatory.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred.
- Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Strong Grammar skills
Responsibilities
- Pick up and deliver packages, proposals and reports
- Errands throughout the city may be required on a moment’s notice
- Purchase program supplies with the Emburse Card and reconcile receipts each month in Nexonia
- Enter client and program data into compute databases and to the tracking systems
- Ensure that databases are up-to-date and data is properly entered
- Generate statistical reports
- Gather information needed for proposals, reports and program management, including inventories and fixed asset registers
- Ensure that client & staff files contain required paperwork and information
- Assist with direct service to clients including screening, registration, intake and follow-up
- Update information on community resources (e.g., bulletin boards, ACES manual)
- Attend community events to publicize agency services
- Assist in the preparation of mailings, parent and community packets
- Provide general clerical support, including filing, faxing, word processing, typing , photocopying and sorting mail
- Answer telephones, relay messages and greet clients and other visitors
- Ensure staff’s on-site file has all required documents according to their roles and update file as needed
- Attend meeting and training sessions and track in DYCD Connect system
- Organize special events, including program celebrations, client trips etc.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
