Urban Resource Institute is Hiring a Program Assistant - Homeless Families - NYC Near New York, NY
Responsible for providing support to the Program Director, management team and shelter staff with administrative functions which are necessary to operate the Families with Children offices and shelters. This position is open in the following borough(s): Queens, Bronx Salary: $55,000 MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for administrative tasks including monitoring records for required documentation, collecting documents from clients and filing records accordingly.
Greets clients and visitors and logs them into the system, and then directs them to the appropriate party.
Assists with clerical duties related to the program including payroll information, scheduling, and other reports as assigned.
Understands and follows the agency and funding source guidelines and protocols including HIPAA and Confidentiality.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director, Homeless Programs
SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
Bachelors' Degree
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
At least three (3) years' experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably working with abused families or women with special needs.
Experience with data entry
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Organized and detailed
Ability to work independently, takes initiative, and works well as a team member
Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with and/or knowledge of homeless families including individuals whom identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or HIV-affected, the elderly and individuals with substance abuse and/or mental health issues.
Familiarity with DHS regulations a plus but not required.