We are in need of an expert Program assistant to join our high calibre team at Housing Works in New York, NY.
Growing your career as a Full Time Program assistant is an exceptional opportunity to develop essential skills.
If you are strong in persuasion, strategic planning and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Program assistant at Housing Works today!
Description Housing Works requires employees working in our Health Services division to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a legal accommodation. If you need an accommodation for any reason, including related to this job requirement, please contact Human Resources.
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Housing Works was founded in 1990; With a long-term commitment to AIDS advocacy. Housing Works established New York State's first harm reduction-based, OASAS-licensed outpatient drug treatment program. Other services include Health Home care management, behavioral health, and syringe exchange programs. A pioneer in the social entrepreneurship movement, Housing Works operates 10 high-end thrift shops in Manhattan and Brooklyn and a much-loved Bookstore Cafe in Soho. For more information, visit
Housing Works fights for funding and legislation to ensure that all people living with HIV/AIDS have access to quality housing, healthcare, HIV prevention, and treatment, among other lifesaving services. Benefits We have three comprehensive healthcare plans to choose from based on your priorities and budget. Housing Works covers most of the plan; you pay a portion, based on your salary. Staff begins accruing PTO immediately for a total of up to 30 days earned in the first year. We offer employees an educational benefit. This money is available for tuition loan reimbursement, tuition costs, and text books.
Housing Works provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. Housing Works complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Housing Works also does not request prior salary information during the hiring process. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
This position is included in a bargaining unit of Housing Works' New York City employees represented by a labor union known as the Retail Wholesale and Department Store Union ("RWDSU"). Accordingly, the RWDSU has the exclusive right to bargain over the terms and conditions of employment related to this position and this position may become covered by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement (a "CBA") between Housing Works and the RWDSU
Compensation Range: $19/hr - $21/hr commensurate with experience Overview The Program Assistant performs the efficient operation of the assigned duties of the City Sanctuary by performing clerical administrative tasks. The Program Assistant will complete census reports, track internal work orders and run reports, process invoices, create payment requests, process W9s to request new vendor codes, and perform other assigned administrative tasks. The Program Assistant ensures that personal and financial information relating to each client is kept confidential and made available only to authorized persons. Responsibilities Thorough knowledge of general office practices and procedures Considerable knowledge of office record keeping and reporting practices and procedures Knowledge of efficient utilization of office equipment including personal computer systems Knowledge of English, grammar, and composition; proficient with the MS Office Software programs including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point. Develop and maintain an effective database program for accountability of furnishings, supplies and other equipment. Ensure that Human Resources Department notices and documents are properly posted at Best Western City Sanctuary. Organize meetings and take detailed minutes. Write and distribute email, correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms. Ability to type 40 wpm Benefits of working as a Program assistant in New York, NY:? Learning opportunities
? Room for Advancement
? Generous Compensation
