Aging Services Program Assistant (Bilingual)

Eastharlemalliance; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Union Settlement, a long‑standing nonprofit in East Harlem, seeks a Program Assistant for Aging, Health & Wellness Services. The role supports the Older Adult Center Director by organizing daily activities and providing NYC aging contract case assistance to seniors.

The position requires a BA in a related field or 60+ credits with aging experience, bilingual English/Spanish, strong communication and administrative skills, and proficiency with computers. Part‑time hours and hourly pay apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field with experience working with aging populations.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
• Strong verbal, written, clerical, organizational and problem solving skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, plan, and lead one activity in the center daily.
• Conduct intake and re-assessment for Older Adult Center participants.
• Conduct outreach to absent clients to check on well-being and center satisfaction.
• Provide information/referrals on Medicare/Medicaid, Social Security, housing, food stamps, Meals on Wheels, energy assistance.
• Assist participants with enrollment, translations, and bill payment support.
• Maintain accurate case records and follow up on entitlements.
• Refer clients to case management and advocate with agencies as needed.
• Attend training sessions and compile program reports.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Verbal communication

Written communication

Clerical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field

60+ college credits with aging-population experience

Job description

Union Settlement, a long‑standing nonprofit in East Harlem, seeks a Program Assistant for Aging, Health & Wellness Services. The role supports the Older Adult Center Director by organizing daily activities and providing NYC aging contract case assistance to seniors.

The position requires a BA in a related field or 60+ credits with aging experience, bilingual English/Spanish, strong communication and administrative skills, and proficiency with computers. Part‑time hours and hourly pay apply.