New Americans Initiative Administrative Assistant (Flatbush YMCA)

YMCA of the USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking a New Americans Initiative Administrative Assistant to handle administrative and general office functions, ensuring smooth operation of program activities and community outreach. You will support program staff, maintain records, coordinate communications, and assist with intake and data entry.

Bilingual abilities are preferred to engage diverse New Yorkers across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, mental health, or a relevant field is preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of administrative experience.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
• Knowledge of Windows-based computer applications and database management.
• Must be willing to work as part of a team and be able to establish positive relationships with participants, the community, collaborators, and partnerships.
• Must be a self-starter, highly organized, patient, and able to work well with others.
• Ability and interest in working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• The New Americans Initiative Administrative Assistant will be responsible for administrative and general office functions, to support the quality and functionality of the New American Initiative programs and services.

Skills

Administrative experience

Bilingual

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary: $19.82 Hourly The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

Salary: $19.82 Hourly The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.
The Flatbush YMCA is seeking a New Americans Initiative Administrative Assistant who will be responsible for administrative and general office functions, to support the quality and functionality of the New American Initiative programs and services.

Benefits

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

• High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, mental health, or a relevant field is preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of administrative experience.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledge of principles and practices related to adult literacy and civic education, immigration legal services, and case management, preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
• Knowledge of Windows-based computer applications and database management.
• Must be willing to work as part of a team and be able to establish positive relationships with participants, the community, collaborators, and partnerships.
• Must be a self-starter, highly organized, patient, and able to work well with others.
• Ability and interest in working with diverse populations.