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Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Provide Safety & Support - Ensure health, safety and welfare of individuals - Safeguard and respect the confidentiality of the individuals and their families - Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships - Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals - Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals - Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives - Implement and adhere to established treatment plans - Ability to communicate effectively - Transport individuals in agency vehicles as needed

The Development Assistant will join a dedicated and energetic Development and Communications team to provide support on all areas of foundation relations, individual donor cultivation, events, office administration, and social media. Responsibilities Gift Entry: · Responsible for constituent and gift entry, acknowledgement, scanning, processing, and reconciliation. · Assist in the creation of donor lists and gift queries, and ongoing database cleanup. Donor Communication, Engagement, and Research: · Ensure timely, personalized, and accurate donor mailings, conducting follow-up calls as needed to ensure invitations and other mailed materials have been received. · Provide support for special events and meetings, including ordering and setting up refreshments and PR materials, and coordinating photography. · Solicit raffle/auction items for fundraising events; distribute donations such as holiday toys upon request. Office Administration: · Filing, mailing, printing, copying, scanning, distributing, and shredding documents as necessary. · Maintain departmental calendar and revise as needed. · Other duties as assigned. Qualifications · College degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience. · Commitment to and enthusiasm for org's mission. · Excellent written and oral communication skills. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including Office 365. Proficiency in Constant Contact, Raiser’s Edge and social media preferred. · Excellent organizational aptitude and attention to detail. · Experience and comfort interacting with high-profile individuals. · Self-directed; able to manage competing priorities and workflow, and to nimbly handle multiple tasks and deadlines. · A team player with a collaborative and cooperative attitude. · Works well under pressure, always maintaining a polished and professional presentation. · Reliable and punctual; Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required.

Description The Senior Programmer/Analyst’s role is to define, develop, test, analyze, and maintain new software applications in support of the achievement of business requirements. This includes writing, coding, testing, and analyzing software programs and applications. The Senior Programmer/Analyst will also research, design, document, and modify software specifications throughout the production life cycle. This individual will also provide mentoring, support and guidance to the Programmer/Analyst’s role. Responsibilities Strategy & Planning  Collaborate with developers, programmers, and designers in conceptualizing and development of new software programs and applications.  Analyze and assess existing business systems and procedures.  Assist in the definition, development, and documentation of software’s business requirements, objectives, deliverables, and specifications on a project-by-project basis in collaboration with internal users and departments.  Assist in defining software development project plans, including scoping, scheduling, and implementation.  Research, identify, analyze, and fulfill requirements of all internal and external program users. Acquisition & Deployment  Conduct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.  Liaise with vendors for efficient implementation of new software products or systems and for resolution of any adaptation issues.  Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades. Operational Management  Liaise with network administrators, systems analysts, and software engineers to assist in resolving problems with software products or company software systems.  Consistently write, translate, and code software programs and applications according to specifications.  Write programming scripts to enhance functionality and/or performance of company applications as necessary.  Design, run and monitor software performance tests on new and existing programs for the purposes of correcting errors, isolating areas for improvement, and general debugging.  Administer critical analysis of test results and deliver solutions to problem areas.  Generate statistics and write reports for management and/or team members on the status of the programming process.  Develop and maintain user manuals and guidelines.  Train end users to operate new or modified programs.  Install software products for end users as required.  Manage and/or provide guidance to junior team members. Position Requirements Knowledge & Experience  Excellent understanding of coding methods and best practices.  Prior experience interviewing end-users for insight on functionality, interface, problems, and/or usability issues.  Hands-on experience developing test cases and test plans.  Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.  Able to communicate effectively with non-technical staff and with members of interdisciplinary teams.  Flexible and adaptable in regards to learning and understanding new technologies.  Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.  Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products.  Highly self motivated and directed.  Keen attention to detail.  Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.  Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.  Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Maintain a caseload of older adult clients; assessment of client's core strengths, needs, and challenges, provision of case assistance, supportive counseling services, and group services within this context. Provide supervision to Weinberg Center for Balanced Living social services team, which may include caseworkers, social workers, and social work intern. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain a caseload of older adult clients, providing comprehensive assessment of needs, case assistance, supportive counseling and routine follow-up. Assist with connecting clients with concrete services that address their self-identified needs, including completing clients’ applications for supportive housing for older adults (HUD Sec 202), benefits, and entitlements programs. Formulate care plans based on clients challenges, needs, and strengths, and recommend appropriate intervention strategies. Actively engage in reflective practice through participation in clinical supervision, case conference, staff meetings, and continuing education/training, both as a supervisor and supervisee interested in continued growth and learning as a clinical social worker. Collaborate with clinical supervisor and colleagues to monitor cases and consult with clinical supervisor when clients present with increased or imminent risk factors and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions. Assess and re-assess clients, prioritizing those with imminent risks and needs. Provide strategic information and referrals; advocate for service type, frequency, and intensity when connecting clients to resources. Serve as an onsite task supervisor and/or clinical supervisor for WCBL social services intern(s) and staff, including providing direct supervision sessions on a consistent basis or as assigned, reviewing and offering feedback on case notes and interventions, and completing performance evaluations. Complete case notes and units in electronic record, following funder’s prescribed format, and review the WCBL social services team’s case logs and notes, in a timely manner. Review intakes and community members with emerging needs; assign cases to WCBL social services staff and interns based on their bandwidth and expertise Facilitate or co-facilitate relevant psychosocial, psychoeducational, and/or mental health and wellness workshops (1-2 times per month) and/or a group series (weekly) for community members. Assist with organizing WCBL programs and events, such as special luncheons and parties, the CelebratEArts Festival, and memorials, as appropriate. Work with an interdisciplinary team to ensure consistency of service to clients. Coordinate with external agencies to ensure best care for client. Attend supervisory, agency and community meetings as required. Provide interpretation and translation services for clients, based on fluency and expertise, and use supplemental interpreting tools and services when needed. Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor and/or director. JOB REQUIREMENTS LCSW required. SIFI-certification or 3+ years of experience as an LMSW (SIFI-eligibility) required. Bilingual (English/Cantonese or English/Spanish) strongly preferred. Knowledgeable and enthusiastic about working with older adults. Familiar with local resources and referrals, city/state/federal entitlements. Knowledgeable about age-related neurological changes; comfortable engaging clients exhibiting mental health symptoms and/or cognitive changes required. Attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, and effectively coordinate a comprehensive array of services to address the multiple needs of clients. Ability to take initiative and work independently. Prioritize tasks and cases, demonstrating astute judgement and time management skills. Utilize supervision effectively, maintaining a growth mindset by asking questions, collaborating with others, and insightfully reflecting on social work practices with older adult community members. Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information. Must have outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to work collaboratively as part of the Older Adult Programs team. Knowledge of MS Office (outlook, office, excel) required.

Educational Alliance brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. We are a place where everyone s welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. We are proud of our legacy as a Jewish organization, and we provide high-quality, transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through our network of community centers on Manhattan's Lower East Side and East Village. As we have for over 130 years, we offer best-in-class programming - now across 15 sites, focusing on a mix of education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and civic engagement. The Director of Finance and Operations directly reports to and works in collaboration with the Executive Director of CSYD to ensure all administrative, operational and fiscal systems are developed and maintained at the highest quality. while providing guidance, support and leadership across all programs within the Community Schools and Youth Development Department (CSYD). The Director of Finance and Operations demonstrates a commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace while developing and implementing short and long-term strategic department goals to ensure robust and sustainable resources for programs. This position directly oversees the CSYD school-based Program Coordinators KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Serve as CYSD liaison to coordinate and provide administrative, operational, and fiscal services to the CSYD team as a whole. - Collaborate with the CSYD Senior Director of Programs to identify and address administrative, financial and operational needs of program staff. - Coordinate inter-departmental operational support for programmatic operations at all sites, including IT, Facilities, Finance and Compliance/People and Culture, including assessment and improvement of policies and procedures for department workflow, fiscal management, people management, and compliance. - Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders such as funders, regulatory bodies (NYC Public Schools, NYC DYCD) and EA support services, including Department of Finance, Development, People and Culture, and Research and Evaluation. - Develop program budgets that align with program goals, and monitor revenue and expenditures to ensure responsible, and on budget fiscal management of programs and contracts. - Partner with EA Budget Analyst to ensure all fiscal data and information is timely and accurate, including cost and grant allocations, and to identify funding risks and challenges to ensure that funds are maximized, meet program needs and are fiscally responsible. - Develop and facilitate departmental fiscal trainings for CSYD staff to increase budget acumen and awareness. - Oversee submission of data, narrative reports, and program updates related to funding requirements; work with EA's Research and Evaluation department to ensure accuracy of data in database. - Responsible for maintaining compliance at each site with regulatory and EA policies and procedures in partnership with People and Culture/Compliance department. - Develop and maintain CSYD-specific operations manual. - Oversee, identify and actively develop new business opportunities for CSYD, including state and federal grant opportunities. - Manage Program Coordinators at each site. - Perform other duties as necessary Required and Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or related field, or equivalent work experience. - A minimum of four (4) years of experience managing government grants, to include budgets, purchasing, contracts, compliance, data collection and analysis required; - Experience managing NYC Public Schools, DYCD, CACFP, 21st CCLC, Advantage, and ExpandED contracts; - Strong background and competency in business planning, budgeting, and forecasting; - Must be self-directed, organized, detail-oriented, competent problem solving and a strong negotiator. - Non-profit experience required; - Experience managing staff required; - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively; - Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills; - Knowledge of MS Office, Excel, and adaptability to government and agency databases; - Knowledge of CBO/school partnerships. - Strong attention to details and an eye for developing efficient, interna systems and workflow.