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Program Assistant - Domestic Violence Shelter, Lang

Job in New York City, Richmond County, New York, USA
Listing for: SafeHorizon
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Administrative/Clerical
    Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Admin Assistant, Clerical, Office Assistant
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 23.08 - 25.38 USD Hourly USD 23.08 25.38 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Summary:

The Program Assistant is responsible for the administrative support and clerical tasks within a department or program. An Administrative Assistant may work as overall support for a site, or directly as support for one or more members of management.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Greets visitors and acts as a receptionist for the department or site;
  • Answers and directs telephone calls, faxes and mail directed to department or site;
  • Monitors the dwelling vacancy, offline and maintenance bulletin board;
  • Posts vacancies to Safe Horizon Hotline SORTS WEB computer system.
  • Oversees daily HRA attendance sheets and census reports; completes Nightly Call List and dwelling updates.
  • Orders, organizes and distributes office supplies;
  • Accepts and distributes residents mail;
  • Coordinate set-up and staffing of events including holiday, workshops, press, donor, and general meetings;
  • Utilizes and/or maintains a (HRA SORTS WEB) database;
  • Acts as liaison with other departments for purchasing supplies, processing paperwork, obtaining necessary sign-off on documents, etc.;
  • Schedules and coordinates both internal and external meetings;
  • Processes payment requests, monitors Department spending and budgets;
  • Maintains resource materials, completes data entry and runs reports for mailing and letters;
  • Writes, proofreads, distributes and files correspondence, reports, memoranda and other documents;
  • Other program related clerical duties as necessary
Knowledge and Skills:

Required:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
  • Excellent budgeting and spreadsheet skills
  • Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills
  • Internet research
  • Ability to work independently and contribute as an integral part of a team.
  • Flexibility and an ability to work with accuracy under pressure in a deadline-driven multi-task environment are crucial.
  • High school diploma/GED and three years of related experience or associate degree and one year of related experience.
If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon's rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment.

Ameri Corps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Technology Statement:
Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance.

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Hiring Range: $23.08 - $25.38 Hourly

Full-time

Hours:

35 Hours per week
Full-time Benefits:
Vacation Time, Paid Sick Time, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Company Life Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits Program, Gym Reimbursement, Parental Leave, Employee Learning Center

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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