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POSITION DESCRIPTION Position: Program Manager Program: VITA Tax Program Reports to: Program Director Salary Range: $60,000 to $65,000 Posted: March 30, 2024 Start Date: Immediately Full – Time- Vita Tax Program About Ariva MISSION: Our mission is to bring economic justice, opportunity and inclusion to our Bronx neighbors and other underserved communities across New York City. VISION: We envision a world where all New York City residents experience economic justice, financial inclusion, and the opportunity to build financially empowered and prosperous lives. We offer free comprehensive financial capabilities services and free income tax assistance at locations around New York City. Information on our projects and programs Position Description The Program Manager is part of Ariva’s management team and has lead responsibility for the management and performance of one year round VITA tax site and up to six seasonal tax sites. The Program Manager has direct supervision of two to three permanent staff and about twelve seasonal employees. The manager is responsible for ensuring that the sites within their portfolio meet all internal and external contract goals. Ariva is one of the most established non-profit free tax assistance organizations in the Bronx. We are an IRS sponsored VITA program and a Certified Acceptance Agent for ITINs. The program serves over 8,000 New Yorker each year at about ten seasonal and three year round locations. The tax team is composed of 5 full-time year-round staff, 20-25 seasonal staff and about 100 hundred volunteers. This job involves frequent local travel to sites around NYC and requires some evenings and weekend hours over the course of the year. During the main filing season (January-April), the Program Manager can expect to work most evenings and Saturdays. Face-to-face in-person service is an essential component of this position. All staff must be vaccinated and must follow the health and safety procedures in our offices. This position is 100% in person. The average work week is 45 hours, more during the income tax filing season and other busy times of year. Ariva is a growing organization, and this position offers the opportunity to grow with us. Responsibilities The Program Manager has full responsibility for the tax sites in their portfolio. The Program Manager directly oversees projects and tax sites and supervises line staff. They also provide coverage as needed in the absence of site staff to ensure seamless and efficient operations of the tax sites. The Tax Program is a VITA program highly regulated by the IRS. The Program Manager ensures that all aspects of the tax sites in their portfolio are fully compliant with all IRS VITA program requirements. Ariva is also a Certified Acceptance Agent for ITINs. This IRS program also has stringent compliance requirements and, in addition, has extensive record keeping requirements. If ITINs are accepted at any of their locations, the Program Manager is responsible for ensuring that Ariva is at all times fully compliant with the requirements of the ITIN program. Responsibilities Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Primary Responsibilities · Tax site performance monitoring and reporting. Ensuring the tax sites at all times meet all IRS and local funders requirements, including but not limited to the ten IRS Quality Site Requirements. · Recruitment, mentoring, retention and supervision of site coordinators and seasonal staff. · Oversight of community outreach campaigns and marketing to support a client pipeline at assigned sites. Maintaining an up-to-date client story bank. · Cultivation and engagement of community partners, financial services partners, and other host partners in the communities where the tax sites are located · Coordinating program integration activities with Ariva’s financial counseling program. · Ensuring a highly professional and client-centered environment at all of Ariva’s tax sites. · Ensuring the tax sites have at all times adequate equipment, technology and supplies and safeguards in place to preserve the privacy and safety of client data. Duties include securely maintaining an equipment inventory of laptops and peripherals, and ensuring the software is up to date, including security and antiviral software. · Participate in weekly Ariva management team meetings. Additional Responsibilities The Program Manager will also have lead responsibility for at least one of the following initiatives: · Direct Ariva’s ITIN program. Ensure that Ariva’s ITIN program is fully compliant with all IRS requirements. · Oversee Ariva’s Senior Citizen Tax Initiative, a program focused exclusively on the tax needs of seniors in our communities. · Oversee Ariva’s tax time savings and asset building initiatives. The assigned manager has lead responsibility in identifying, implementing and monitoring tax time savings efforts at our sites Supportive Responsibilities In addition to the above lead responsibilities, the Program Manager will work closely with and provide support to the Program director in the following: · Contract management. · Reviewing and approving communications content, including website information and social media content related to the tax programs Core Competencies: Minimum three years of experience in managing VITA sites. Seasonal site experience is acceptable. · A demonstrated commitment to and experience working with low-income people and in low-income communities. · Extraordinary customer service skills and high standards of professionalism. · Skilled in managing, motivating and supporting staff and volunteers. · Strong project management skills; ability to simultaneously manage several busy tax sites. · Cultural competence to provide services to the diverse members of our community. · Ability to identify and build new relationships and manage existing ones with community partners. · Computer-literate; comfortable with data management, data entry, and reporting. · Very strong written and verbal communication skills. · Familiarity with CRMs, especially Salesforce and tax software (currently TaxSlayer) · Contract or grant management experience and skills. · Able to work in person and engage in frequent local travel to visit multiple tax sites, primarily in the Bronx. · Willing and able to be flexible in their work schedule; able to accommodate evening and weekend hours to support the tax sites. Depending on project portfolio, additional competencies may be required in: · Services to seniors · ITIN preparation · Asset building and tax time savings. In addition to the above core competencies, the ideal candidate would also have · Basic knowledge of individual income tax returns · Familiarity with social media and some or all of the following applications; Salesforce, Constant Contacts, Wordpress. Salary: $60,000 to $65,000/year, depending on experience. Ariva offers full-time employees subsidized health and dental insurance, generous paid time off and other benefits. This posting will remain open through August 30th, 2024. "Ariva is an Equal Opportunity Employer"

Health Plus Management (HPM) is a Physician Support Organization and market leader in clinical practice management in the physical medicine and rehabilitation market with 50+ locations serving Westchester, NYC, NJ, Upstate NY and Connecticut. HPM provides independent physician practices specializing in musculoskeletal care with professional business development, marketing and back-office support typically seen in much larger organizations, thereby enabling clients to start and/or grow their private practice beyond what might otherwise be feasible (while maximizing clinical service and patient care). Health Plus Management is seeking an energetic, patient-centric and detail-oriented Front Desk Coordinator to greet patients, schedule appointments, answer phones and manage administrative records. In this role, you will set the stage for each patient's appointment. You will build and maintain professional relationships with our key stakeholders - specifically our patients, office staff and clinical team, while simultaneously ensuring that the office is organized and runs smoothly. Responsibilities: Make sure patients feel welcome as soon as they walk in the door by delivering quality and compassionate care Answer incoming calls, take messages, and complete outreach to patients in a courteous and professional manner Be responsible for obtaining and filing patients' charts, and assisting our patients as needed Maintain the daily operations of the office by following standard operating procedures and guidelines Contribute to team effort by smoothly transitioning into daily roles as needed Protect patient's privacy by maintaining confidentiality of personal information (HIPAA compliant) Navigate through NextGen to access and provide patient information Maintain compliance by contacting patients to confirm appointments Respond to inquiries, resolves risen issues, collect co pays and schedule patient appointments Responsible for the opening and closing procedures of the office as needed Assist in comforting the patients and maintaining the reception area Other administrative tasks as needed Knowledge and Experience 1+ years of relevant medical administrative experience, preferred Experience with medical insurance/verification is a plus Knowledge of medical terminology & procedures, and the ability to intelligently and confidently converse with patients and referring doctors regarding treatment is preferred Experience with EMR, preferred Strong computer knowledge and windows program including Microsoft word/excel Skills and Abilities Bilingual (English/Spanish) Required Excellent verbal and written communication Ensuring a great patient experience by delivering outstanding customer service Exceptional organizational and time-managements skills - the ability to multi-task is a must Adaptability and flexibility while working in a fast-paced environment Problem-solving ability and aptitude Outcome-focused, with an ability to work under pressure A solution-oriented mindset A strong sense of urgency and focus in accomplishing tasks Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm & Tuesday: 11:00am - 7:30pm Pay: $17

We are seeking a skilled and creative PR Specialist to join our team and manage our public image and media presence. As a PR Specialist, you will develop, implement, and manage communication strategies to build and maintain a positive public perception of our brand. You’ll work closely with media outlets, influencers, and internal teams to share our story and boost awareness, driving engagement with our target audiences. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute PR strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation. Write and distribute press releases, media pitches, and other content to secure media coverage. Manage relationships with media contacts and influencers, responding to inquiries and arranging interviews. Monitor media coverage and industry trends to identify opportunities for proactive outreach. Assist in planning and coordinating public events, press conferences, and media briefings. Collaborate with marketing, social media, and other teams to ensure consistent messaging across all channels. Manage crisis communications and handle sensitive issues with discretion. Track and report on PR campaign performance and media coverage to gauge impact and make improvements. Build partnerships with external stakeholders, including influencers, bloggers, and other brand advocates. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications. Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills. Experience building and maintaining relationships with media and influencers. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of media monitoring tools and PR software is a plus.

Join Our NYC-Wide Canvassing Operation! Final Call for Experienced Canvassers and Petition Organizers We’re assembling a skilled team for a high-impact, city-wide canvassing effort. This is your chance to make a difference and get paid for your expertise. Meet-up Date: Saturday, October 19 Time: 10:00 AM Sharp (Arrive on time and ready to hit the ground running!) Location: 330 W. 38th Street, Suite 808, New York, NY Position: Canvasser, Petition Organizer Pay: $20/hour - 4-6 hours/day Start Date: Saturday, October 19 We’re looking for: - Seasoned professionals with experience in canvassing, community outreach, or petition coordination - Individuals comfortable working door-to-door, gathering signatures, and collecting survey data - Proficient users of the MiniVan app or similar canvassing tools - Reliable, efficient team players who can manage fieldwork and data collection in targeted NYC areas Requirements: • Must be 18 or older • Eligible to work in the U.S. • Prior canvassing or campaign work preferred This is a great opportunity for political campaign veterans, community organizers, or anyone looking to earn extra income while making a meaningful impact. Space is limited, so act fast!