Program Assistant-AmeriCorps

Ithaca, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Ithaca+NY+USA)

Description

Lifespan is a trusted, mission-driven, regional nonprofit dedicated to helping older adults take on the challenges and opportunities of longer life. We are a great place to work where staff can grow personally and professionally in a supportive and inclusive environment.

JOBTITLE:AmeriCorps Program Assistant

DEPARTMENT:AmeriCorps Senior Demonstration Project

PROGRAM:NYSCRC

SUPERVISOR:AmeriCorps SDP Project Director

STATUS:Non-Exempt, full-time (37.5 hours per week)

HOURLY RATE: up to $21.00 per hour

SUMMARY

This AmeriCorps Senior Demonstration Project (SDP) was created to recruit, train and place AmeriCorps Senior volunteers in respite-related positions throughout the target region. Volunteers will be mentored and supported to ultimately move from a stipend program to a paid respite workforce, increasing the availability of respite providers in the region. The target region isLewis, Oneida, Herkimer, Cortland, Tompkins, and Jefferson Counties in New York State.

This position assists the Project Director in coordinating all aspects of the program. Position is mostly remote, applicant must live in one of the target counties. Tompkins County preferred.

Will have recurring access to vulnerable populations. *

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist with program operations for AmeriCorps Senior Demonstration Project

2. Support Volunteer Coordinator background checks and time sheets as necessary

3. Provide general clerical support as necessary

4. Assist with telephone calls to volunteers and stations as necessary.

5. Serve as point of contact for NYSCRC’s AmeriCorps Senior Demonstration Project

6. Travel to all Project counties y for meetings, outreach to stations and volunteer recruitment.

7. Assist with planning and implementing volunteer recognition events and other special events, trainings, or meetings.

8. Assist with scheduling and serve as recording secretary at SDP Advisory Council Meeting

9. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:A.A.S. in Secretarial Science or business-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE:Experience or equivalent training in MS Office Suite

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

· Majority of work is performed at desk or personal computer station.

· Excellent verbal, written and telephone communication skills.

· Ability to travel and have reliable transportation.

· Ability to multitask while paying particular attention to detail.

· Ability to work in multi-cultural situations.

*Vulnerable populations are defined as meeting at least one of the following criteria: • children age 17 and younger • adults age 60

Lifespan offers great benefits including:

Vacation (21 days)

Sick (10 days)

Personal Time (3 Days)

Holidays (11)

Medical Insurance (3 options)

Dental Insurance (2 options)

Vision (2 options)

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account with company contribution

403(b) Program

Pension contribution after one year of service

Hybrid Work Schedule may be available after successfully completing the probationary period

If working less than 37.5 hours, accrued time is pro-rated.

Salary/Hourly Rate

Multiple factors will be considered for salary/hourly determination including, years of relevant service, skills required, education, and internal equity,

Lifespan is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity/expression or any other protected characteristic. Lifespan will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical and mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities.