What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coordinator (Part-Time), The Partnership for Inclusive Internships position at AHRC NYC?
Company Description
AHRC New York City is one of the largest providers of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in New York City. Our mission is to advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead full and equitable lives. Come join our team and discover your passion.
Job Description
AHRC NYC is looking for a Part-Time Assistant Coordinator to help oversee The Partnership for Inclusive Internships (PII) which is a grant-funded public / private partnership between AHRC NYC and NY City government agencies.
Salary : $50,000 per year
Weekly Schedule : Part-Time 21 hours
SUMMARY
The Partnership for Inclusive Internships (PII) is a grant-funded public / private partnership between AHRC NYC and City government agencies. PII Program seeks to increase job readiness and promote employment for people with disabilities through internships in NYC government. Interns will be placed within the Department of Social Services(DSS), / The Human Resources Administration (HRA), / the Department of Homeless Services (DHS), as well as two other City Agencies.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Market the internship program to the different offices and programs within City government in order to develop internship opportunities.
- Act as liaison between the intern referral sources and City agencies
- Screen intern candidates for job readiness and internship placements
- Facilitate internship matching between the different department / program areas and potential interns.
- Consult with department heads and / or supervisors to determine ongoing internship needs and to assure that appropriate learning opportunities for interns are met.
- Create and / or revise, as needed, specific descriptions of tasks and responsibilities each department offers to prospective interns.
- Participate in ensuring the appropriate on-boarding of interns who are accepted to the PII program are met.
- Ensure appropriate supervision of interns, in accordance to requirements of their internship, as well as provide guidance, support and education to job coaches, internship supervisors and other staff as needed who oversee internship activities.
- Support interns through individual check-ins, training and peer group meetings.
- Act as liaison with HR departments at the various City agencies in order to assist with the onboarding of interns and on possible job placements.
- Assist with the 55A and ACCES-VR eligibility process.
- Assist in tracking all internship placements and outcomes in order to provide periodic statistical reports on the program
- Attend and coordinate steering committee meetings.
- Conduct other tasks, as necessary.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Information
AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
Salary : $50,000
