Program Assistant, Bedford Hills

Duties And Responsibilities

• Answer telephones, take messages, collect and distribute mail, photocopying, filing and general office duties.
• Support the Advocacy Program, including the supervision of phone calls.
• Prepare and distribute 'call outs' and memos and prepare weekly and monthly calendars of events/programs.
• Work with staff to support volunteers and record all data.
• Support the Program Director and Program Manager with staff and activity scheduling.
• Work with Parenting Education Coordinator to help collect and maintain enrollment and attendance.
• Aid in the coordination of transportation.
• Provide support in the other program areas as necessary to ensure coverage.
• Participate in Staff Meetings and take meticulous notes and distribute to staff.
• Cooky program-related mailings and outreach.
• Comply with all prison procedures, processes and requirements, including all security regulations and PREA (Prison R*pe Elimination Act) requirements.
• Cooky paperwork related to program expenses, reimbursements and receipts.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Successful completion of background investigation by DOC as part of volunteer application process.
• Spanish language fluency is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization skills.
• Leadership qualities.
• Experience working in a prison setting preferred.