*This position is located in Freeport. Must be able to commute daily"
Job Summary: The Program Associate is responsible for assisting in the daily operation of the program center and the daily coordination of Long Island Cares and Community Outreach programs. They are also responsible for supporting three of our programs; Child Nutrition, Support our Seniors and the Mobile Pantry.
Essential Functions:
· Perform needs assessment related to food necessity, emergency relief, and other circumstances requiring the assistance of the food bank.
· Perform various clerical duties, e.g., correspondence, scheduling, maintaining program records, updating program materials, typing, filing, etc.
· Preparation of acknowledgements for outreach programs to include but not limited to, community events, self-sufficiency seminars, food, and fund drives.
· Prepare food pantry weekly orders based on available product from LIC warehouse.
· Record and track client visits and pantry usage.
· Maintain community resource lists/referrals utilized in the pantry.
· Assist the Program Center Coordinator with the preparation of a monthly report on the program center progress.
· Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the Vice President of Programs and the Director of Satellite Services.
· Meeting the needs of clients will include operating the program center and supporting Programs on an occasional evening or weekend.
Required Skills/Abilities:
· Fluent in Spanish and English. (preferred but not required).
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Education and Experience:
· Relative work experience in office operations, non-for-profit, or human services preferred
Physical Requirements:
· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
· Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
· Valid and clean NYS drivers license.
Hours: Mon/Wed/Fri: 8-4 & Tues/Thu: 9-5
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Language:
Work Location: In person