Program Assistant - Community & Data Support for Seniors

Priority Dispatch Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid Family Leave

403(b) Retirement Plan

27 days annual leave

12 Sick Days

Specified Federal Holidays Off

Professional Development

Job summary

Queens Community House in Jamaica, NY is seeking a Program Assistant to support older adults and strengthen community connections at the Jamaica Older Adult Center. You will greet participants, provide information, manage daily clerical tasks, and help with meals and activities.

This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with diverse neighbors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in administrative, clerical, customer service, community-based, or older adult services preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn databases and other technology systems.
• Ability to accurately enter, maintain, and reconcile information.
• Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with older adults, colleagues, families, and community members.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to providing welcoming, respectful, and inclusive services to a diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist participants and guests in person and by phone, providing accurate information and guidance.
• Create, print, and distribute flyers for programs, activities, workshops, and special events.
• Process and complete membership registrations for older adult participants.
• Manage daily scanning and manual entry of program activity and participant information.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to the Older Adult Center team.
• Maintain a welcoming, organized, and professional reception and program environment.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down meal spaces.
• Assist with meal distribution and other daily center operations.
• Support staff and instructors with program activities, workshops, and special events.
• Engage with participants and encourage participation in center programs and activities.
• Assist with outreach efforts to increase participation and strengthen community involvement.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

STARS/Peer Place

Job description

Queens Community House in Jamaica, NY is seeking a Program Assistant to support older adults and strengthen community connections at the Jamaica Older Adult Center. You will greet participants, provide information, manage daily clerical tasks, and help with meals and activities.

This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with diverse neighbors.