Administrative Assistant, Saratoga Senior Center

Pay $20.12 / hour

Location:

Brooklyn/New York

Employment type:

Other

Req#: 112642

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under the general supervision of the Director, assist in all administrative/clerical tasks at the center.
• Interact/greets center members and guests, supports all programming at the center and assist with home delivery meal services.
• Answer telephones and assist with calls.
• Recruit, supervise, and coordinate activities of volunteer workers, interns, Easter Seals workers, and vocational rehab workers.
• Perform general duties including photocopying, faxing, mailing, and filing.
• Collect, record, and maintain daily records of contributions, fundraising activities, and petty cash.
• Support the Director weekly in counting DFTA Breakfast, Lunch, Fundraising money, and deposits.
• Help coordinate special programs and events.
• Assist with fliers, newsletters, bulletin boards, etc.
• Conduct client registration and create new membership .
• Assist with fundraising activities, including receipts and spreadsheets.
• Assist with documentation and input into the program database.
• Collect and record daily attendance and congregate meals and maintain the database.
• Maintain a monthly recreational log.
• Assist with and maintain all required documentation of fundraising receipts and expenses.
• Assist with Information & Referral.
• Oversee recreational trips.
• Other duties as required by the Director and organization.

• Some knowledge of and a genuine concern for the physical, mental, and emotional needs of older persons.
• Computer skills required, with the ability to learn database maintenance.
• Spanish speaking skills preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to work independently.
• Commitment to the organization's mission, vision, and values.
• Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities.
• Commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g., people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice-involved persons, etc.).

High School graduate or equivalent, and specialized training or skills in recreational activities or two years experience in a community, group work, or teacher environment.

It is the policy of Rise Boro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. Rise Boro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.

Since 1973, Rise Boro Community Partnership has offered services designed to support every generation and meet the needs of communities. Our divisions encompass seniors, housing, education, health, and empowerment.