Location and Job Title:

Program Assistant, Clearview Assistance Program (CAP) NORC
Commonpoint Queens - Samuel Field Y
58-20 Little Neck Parkway
Little Neck, NY 11362

Principal Responsibilities:

Clearview Assistance Program Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (CAP NORC) is a program of Commonpoint Queens, a multipurpose social service agency. Our mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad range of social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Functions as part of a multidisciplinary team consisting of social workers, nurses and administrative staff
• Greets clients and answers telephones
• Explains services available to new clients
• Manages requests for transportation and schedules accordingly
• Enters units of service for group activities, transportation, and any case assistance provided directly in the NYC Department for the Aging's Peer Place database in a timely manner
• Provides clerical support to the team including copying, filing, mailings, and maintaining supply inventory
• Collaborates with team to develop and organize new programming, special events, trips, calendars, flyers, and program guide descriptions for activities

• Facilitates recreational activities
• Interfaces with NORC Advisory Board members and takes minutes at meetings
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Computer literate, including experience utilizing Google Drive (Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, Docs, Sheets, etc.); and efficient use of the Internet.
• Preferably 3-4 years of administrative experience in an office setting; experience in non-profit environment a plus; college degree preferred.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure to meet production deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize daily workload independently.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the aging population a plus.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills as well as solid verbal and written communication skills

JOB DETAILS

• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours; some evening or Sunday hours may be required
• This is a Union position
• Office Location: Whitestone, Queens

Commonpoint Queens is an equal opportunity employer/program

Salary:

$42,000

Agency Information:

Commonpoint Queens is a non-profit, multi service agency with a flagship site in Forest Hills and 50 additional sites throughout the community that provides a diverse array of programs and services to over 35,000. Our mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad range of social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.