Program Assistant

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YMCA of the USA
Perth Amboy, NJ, USA
Full-time

Under the supervision of the 21st Century Program-B3 Director, the Program Assistant is responsible for performing administrative duties related to planning, directing and coordinating activities to support the implementation of a high quality after school educational program.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • The person in this position will have communication both written and oral with parents, school leadership, staff at all levels, including teachers, paras, counselors, and other constituents. Working with Outlook, Word, Excel must be able to create well written documents, efficient mailings. 
  • The person is this position will coordinate program materials and help assure that the program will run safely and smoothly at 3 sites.  Will help coordinate trips, transportation, programs, license and grant requirements. 
Skills/Experience: 
  • Must have experience in office administrative responsibilities.
  • Good organization skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Publisher).
  • Ability to work under supervision.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to stay alert to potential safety and security problems.
  • Ability to carry out instructions independently.
  • Ability to get along with people of diverse backgrounds and be enthusiastic, courteous and friendly with children, parents and staff.
  • Skills in planning, organizing, systematizing, implementing are essential.
  • Must have proven skills in problem solving and decision-making.
  • Ability to multi task and manage multiple projects in a time period.

Interpersonal Skills:

  • Familiar with the culture and mission of the organization.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills required.
  • Friendly and polite. Ability to negotiate and manage interactions with employees, coworkers, department heads, and vendors as needed.
  • Ability to be gracious with all persons of various ages, cultures, and creeds.
  • Ability to keep records organized and as applicable-confidential.

Experience:

  • Two years of related experience, preferable supporting school-based programs.
  • Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
  • Experience with PARS21 and Daxko preferred.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $38,000.00 - $41,000.00

How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=35668&...

Job Function: 
Administrative Assistance / Clerical Work

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Mar 26 2019
Active Until: 
Apr 26 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit