Program Aide, Diana Jones SC (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Riseboro Community Partnership

The Role

Overview

Assist seniors with admin tasks & activity support at a community center.

Key Responsibilities

  • data entry
  • barcode scanning
  • phone handling
  • mail sorting
  • reception
  • class facilitation

Tasks

-Enter participant data into the funding source database -Greet all members and visitors and notify appropriate staff of visitors as needed -Responsible for scanning client barcodes for tracking attendance, congregate meals, and other activities as needed -Maintain an organized, professional, and welcoming reception area -Maintain a record of sign-in sheets for members and visitors -Assist in collecting daily meal contributions from members and guests -Answer incoming phone calls and direct calls to appropriate personnel -Receive and sort packages and other correspondence -Lead low-level participatory classes as needed, i.e. Book Club, Short Story, Alert, and Alive, etc. -Assist in setting up classes and or activities as needed

Requirements

  • microsoft office
  • high school
  • bilingual
  • customer service
  • teamwork
  • compassion

What You Bring

-1 year of community senior center or customer service-related experience required -Ability to work collaboratively as a team -Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail -Possess a genuine concern for helping with the physical, mental, and emotional needs of older persons -Ability to be reliable and flexible -Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite required, with the ability to learn database maintenance -High School Diploma or equivalent -Ability to provide quality care with compassion, patience, and empathy -Excellent interpersonal and communication skills -Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities -Demonstrated commitment to supporting communities that have experienced systemic oppression and bias (i.e. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice-involved persons, etc.) -Bilingual English/Spanish required -A creative self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team

The Company

About Riseboro Community Partnership

-Founded with a mission to revitalize neighborhoods and provide affordable housing opportunities. -Focus on creating sustainable communities through development, advocacy, and support services. -Specializes in the construction, preservation, and management of affordable housing properties. -Works closely with local residents, helping them access career development, financial literacy, and educational resources. -Supports economic growth by creating jobs and offering workforce training programs. -Leverages community-based partnerships to improve local infrastructure and ensure long-term impact. -Has developed numerous residential buildings and affordable housing projects across multiple neighborhoods. -Invests in the arts, culture, and wellness, promoting a holistic approach to community improvement. -A key player in tackling urban displacement and supporting underserved populations in New York.

Sector Specialisms

Affordable Housing

Energy Efficiency

Community Services

Property Management

Sustainability

Supportive Services

Housing Development

Senior Services

Commercial and Mixed-use Buildings

Tenant Advocacy