Program Specialist - 4741
13 hours ago
New York
Job Description BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build stronger communities. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 62 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that help in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field. Access to Benefits: Join a community-driven team supporting individuals and families in accessing public benefits, resources, and information. As a team member, you'll help guide clients through essential services that improve economic stability and well-being. Your work will make a meaningful impact across programs focused on health, housing, social services, and more. Be part of a team creating real change in the Bronx community. Qualifications (education, professional certifications or licenses, experience, proficiencies) • High school diploma or equivalent, • One to two years relevant experience preferred, • Proficiency in modern business communications including personal computers, electronic mail, voicemail, facsimile and copier equipment, • Proficiency in basic filing principles, • Provide assistance to Family Workers in providing services to clients, including intake, engagement, assessment, referral, service plan development, advocacy, counseling, exit summaries, and follow-up., • Assist in monitoring and documenting client progress toward service plan goals., • Conduct home visits and other field work, as required., • Provide general clerical support, including filing, faxing, typing, photocopying and sorting mail., • Answer telephones, take messages and direct calls to the appropriate parties., • Report to, and meet with, supervisor on a monthly basis., • Complete program reports on a monthly basis or more frequently as required., • Assist with special projects as assigned such as recruitment events or client activities., • Enter client and program data into computer databases and other tracking systems, • Gather information needed for proposals, reports, and program management including inventories, incident reports, fire drills, and supply list., • Ensure that attendance and all other data is submitted in the DYCD and BronxWorks Database (when available) in a timely fashion., • Excellent map reading skills and ability to navigate public transportation system, • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, • Ability to use a walkie-talkie, • Strong grammar skills, • Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods, • Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, • Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time, • Ability to climb five flights of stairs, • Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents, • Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation, • Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact .