Day Hab Program Assistant

Orthodox Union; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Paid sick days

10-15 Paid vacation days

Paid Jewish and Federal holidays

Short Fridays for Sabbath observance

Free life and disability insurance

Discounted continuing education opportunities

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Orthodox Union in New York, NY is looking for a dedicated Program Assistant for its Jewish Union Foundation. This full-time position involves assisting with a Day Habilitation Program, overseeing administrative tasks, and providing transportation for clients. Candidates must possess excellent interpersonal skills, a valid driver's license, and a commitment to improving the lives of individuals with special needs. A competitive salary between $50,000 and $60,000 is offered, along with comprehensive health benefits, paid vacation, and retirement matching.

Qualifications

• Desire to improve the lives of individuals with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day functioning of the Day Habilitation Program.
• General administrative projects.
• Driving agency vehicles for client transportation.
• Collect and organize routine paperwork, including attendance.
• Assist in creating and implementing workshops.
• Plan weekly trips.
• Connect with families and outside agencies as needed.
• Coordinate special projects.
• Act as liaison between Program Supervisor and support staff.
• Assist individuals during challenging behaviors.
• Oversee room setup and ensure proper supplies.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong reading and writing skills

Flexibility

Organized and detail-oriented

Team Player

Effective Communicator

Takes initiative

Willingness to work in various locations

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Who Are We:

Jewish Union Foundation (JUF), a subdivision of the Orthodox Union, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. Through its numerous supportive programs such as Vocational Training, Day Habilitation, Medicaid Service Coordination and Community Habilitation, JUF uses an individualized approach to help each person maximize their potential.

The Orthodox Union (OU) is the largest Orthodox Jewish organization in the United States. Founded in 1898, the OU supports a network of synagogues, youth programs, Jewish and Religious Zionist advocacy programs, programs for the disabled, localized religious study programs, and international units. The OU maintains a kosher certification service, whose circled U symbol is found on the labels of many kosher commercial and consumer food products.

Position Overview:

Jewish Union Foundation is seeking a motivated, energetic, and detail-oriented individual for a program assistant position. This position is full-time, in-person, and is based in Brooklyn.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist in the day-to-day functioning of a Day Habilitation Program, including arranging transportation
• General administrative projects
• Driving agency vehicles for client transportation
• Collect and organize routine paperwork, including attendance and data collection done through electronic software
• Assist in creating and implementing workshops, including leading group workshops
• Plan weekly trips
• Connect, as needed, with families and outside agencies regarding day-to-day needs
• Coordinate special projects
• Act as liaison between Program Supervisor and support staff
• Assisting staff and individuals as needed, including when individuals are displaying challenging behaviors
• Oversee the room setup and clean up; ensure we have the proper supplies for corresponding activities

Qualifications Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong reading and writing skills
• Flexibility
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Team Player
• A desire to improve the lives of individuals with special needs
• Takes initiative
• Willingness to work in various locations throughout the day
• Effective Communicator
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in OPWDD services

Salary and Benefits:

The salary for this position is between $50,000 and $60,000, commensurate with experience.

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance:

The OU offers health insurance through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). Instead of a single group plan, employees have the freedom to choose their own health insurance plan that fits their personal and family needs. The OU contributes a generous monthly amount directly toward your premium, making coverage more flexible, affordable, and tailored to you.

Employees enrolled in our health plan also receive an annual BeniComp stipend, a supplemental benefit that reimburses eligible medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision expenses.

In addition, the OU offers employees group dental and vision insurance through MetLife.

Additional Benefits and Perks:

• 10 Paid sick days
• 10-15 Paid vacation days
• Paid Jewish and Federal holidays
• Short Fridays to accommodate for Sabbath observance
• Free life and disability insurance
• Discounted continuing education opportunities
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after 3 years (requires a minimum 2% employee contribution)