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Program Assistant
Jewish Union Foundation is seeking a motivated, energetic, and detail-oriented individual for a program assistant position. This position is Full-Time, in-person and is based in Brooklyn.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist in the day-to-day functioningof a Day Habilitation Program, including arranging transportation
- General administrative projects
- Driving agency vehicles for client transportation
- Collect and organize routine paperwork, including attendance and data collection done through electronic software
- Assist in creating and implementing workshops, including leading group workshops
- Plan weekly trips
- Connect, as needed, with families and outside agencies regarding day-to-day needs
- Coordinate special projects
- Act as liaison between Program Supervisor and support staff
- Assisting (staff) and individuals as needed, including when individuals are displaying challenging behaviors.
- Oversee the room setup and clean up; ensure we have the proper supplies for corresponding activities
Qualifications Requirements:
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong reading and writing skills
- Flexibility
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Team Player
- A desire to improve the lives of individuals with special needs
- Takes initiative
- Willingness to work in various locations throughout the day
- Effective Communicator
- Valid Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in OPWDD services
Salary and Benefits:
The salary for this position is between $50,000 and $60,000, commensurate with experience.
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance: The OU offers health insurance through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). Instead of a single group plan, employees have the freedom to choose their own health insurance plan that fits their personal and family needs. The OU contributes a generous monthly amount directly toward your premium, making coverage more flexible, affordable, and tailored to you. Employees enrolled in our health plan also receive an annual BeniComp stipend, a supplemental benefit that reimburses eligible medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision expenses. In addition, the OU offers employees group dental and vision insurance through MetLife. Additional Benefits and Perks:
- 10 Paid sick days
- 10-15 Paid vacation days
- Paid Jewish and Federal holidays
- Short Fridays to accommodate for Sabbath observance
- Free life and disability insurance
- Discounted continuing education opportunities
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after 3 years (requires a minimum 2% employee contribution)