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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"

Become part of Heart to Heart Home Care’s extraordinary team of caring professionals. As a Coordinator, you will assist with all aspects of Heart to Heart Home Care’s operations and be part of a compassionate and professional team by helping families and their loved ones in their time of need. Successful candidates must be extremely detail-oriented, self-motivated, with excellent communication, administrative, clerical and problem solving skills. Responsibilities include: Must be fluent in conversational Spanish Match, assign and schedule caregivers based on skill level, availability and customer requirements Provide superior customer service and compassion for new clients and their families Receive and process incoming requests for new home care services Specific requirements include: Superior customer service and strong communication skills (written & verbal) Excellent administrative and clerical skills Proficiency with computers (Microsoft Word / Excel), and ability to learn and operate scheduling and training systems (HHA Exchange) Remain composed, professional with a positive attitude under pressure and excel in time management Availability for after-hours, weekend and holiday coverage schedule. Other: Troubleshooting and educate staff on how to use our call in & call out system Any other duties related to the position. The position presents a wonderful growth opportunity as we continue to expand operations within our territories. Join our team and discover professional, caring and excellent service at its best. Job Type: Full-time

Position Summary MUST BE 21+ The objective of a budtender is to maximize sales and enhancing the overall employee and customer experience. As a passionate advocate for the cannabis industry, you will embody the values of Bleu Leaf Dispensary and uphold its reputation both within and outside the store. You will demonstrate adaptability, creativity, and meticulous attention to detail in navigating the dynamic retail environment. Basic cannabis product knowledge and retail background is required. Excellent conversational skills and experience in hospitality is a plus. Opportunities within a merging company with tremendous career growth and growing within the company. Main Duties/Responsibilities Provide excellent customer service before, during and after the sales experience Develop and maintain knowledge of all cultivars and products in store inventory Attend ongoing product knowledge training sessions Follow all operational rules, regulations, policies, and procedures As a Budtender/Cashier, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, maintaining the organization of the store, handling sales transactions, and staying informed about our diverse range of products You will play a vital role in creating a welcoming and informative environment for our customers, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering loyalty Provide excellent customer service before, during, and after the sales experience Engage with customers in a friendly, knowledgeable, and professional manner to ensure their needs are met and to enhance their shopping experience Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of all products in the store inventory Attend ongoing product knowledge training sessions and stay updated on the latest trends and developments in the cannabis industry Accurately handle all cash and electronic transactions at the register Ensure that all sales are conducted in compliance with New York State cannabis regulations Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the store, ensuring that all displays are visually appealing and that the sales area is tidy and well-stocked Follow all operational rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including those related to the sale of cannabis and OCM regulations Ensure that all transactions and customer interactions adhere to legal and company standards Ensure the satisfaction of all customers throughout their retail experience, with a focus on customer loyalty and reviews Address customer inquiries and concerns promptly and effectively Work collaboratively with team members and contribute to a positive work environment Benefits Full-time, part-time, and weekend positions available Competitive hourly wage with opportunities for tips Opportunities for career growth and development within the company based on performance