Program Assistant - Prevention Services

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF STEUBEN LIVINGSTON CO; Village of Bath (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403b retirement plan

Generous time off

Comprehensive benefits package

Collaborative environment

Growth opportunities

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston is hiring a Part-Time Program Assistant to coordinate daily operations for the Steuben Prevention Coalition Opioid Committee. The role emphasizes collaboration with diverse partners, data tracking, and event coordination in a community-focused environment.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in health or related field and a NYS driver license, with at least one year of relevant experience, and is based in New York. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in health or related field; strongly desired.
• Experience: Minimum of one year of experience and a focus on public health, prevention, and community collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversees project implementation for the Steuben Prevention Coalition Opioid Committee.
• Collects and analyzes monthly data; prepares reports and shares best practices.
• Engages multi-sector partners across health care, public health, and community orgs.
• Facilitates committee meetings and subcommittees as needed.
• Coordinates meetings, forums, health fairs, and events to raise community awareness.
• Manages timelines, documentation, and deliverables; aligns with grant requirements.
• Supports social media efforts by submitting information monthly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Deadline adherence

Verbal and written communication

Data analysis

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Problem solving

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in health or related field

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Online software platforms

Job description

Description

We are Hiring!

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care for all people. We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and comforting environment that feels like being home. We proudly employ people from all backgrounds and experiences.

If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of others, join a team that changes lives every day. Be a part of something truly special.

Employment Type: Part-Time

Schedule: 21hrs a Week. Monday-Wednesday, 7 hours per day.

Salary: $20 Hourly

Top Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
• Generous time off package and work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in health or related field; is strongly desired.

Credential: Clean and Valid NY State Driver License

Experience: A minimum of one year of experience and a passion for public health, prevention strategies, social determinants of health, and/or community-based health projects that seek to build alignment amongst multi-sector organizations in a collaborative, team-oriented style.

Experience creating and managing work plans and time-sensitive deliverables and deadlines.

Relevant combination of years of experience and education will be considered.

General Description

The Program Assistant will be directly responsible for coordinating the daily operations of the Steuben Prevention Coalition Opioid Committee whose purpose is to strengthen collaboration and increase capacity building among communities and reduce substance abuse among youth and adults.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees specific project implementation of the Steuben Prevention Coalition Opioid Committee's activities including but not limited to membership, recruitment, orientation, tracking of each and leadership nominations.
• Collects and analyze monthly data to inform community of the committee's accomplishments, concerns, needs and project outcomes; prepare reports and share best practices with multi-sector stakeholders..
• Engages multi-sector partners from health care, public health, health insurers, community-based organizations, local/state government, education, nonprofit, business, and more to the work of the Committee.
• Assists the Chair and Co-Chair in facilitating the Opioid Committee and/or any subcommittees meetings created under the Opioid Committee.
• Attends meetings of the organizations and coalitions related to the mission and goals of the Opioid Committee.
• Manages project timelines, activities, documentation, and deliverables while maintaining alignment with multi-sector partner objectives and grant / project workplan requirements.
• Prepares to include room location, room arrangement and equipment set up of committee meetings specific to the Opioid Committee.
• Coordinates Community Meetings, Forums, Health Fairs and Table Events to increase community awareness of and promote the Steuben Prevention Coalition Opioid Committee and its mission.
• Assists with social media efforts to include Facebook, Newsletter and Coalition Website by submitting information and documentation monthly to the Coalition Program Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

Additional Qualifications:

• Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing and documentation Demonstrate ethical business practices, in accordance with all state and federal laws and regulations.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete work projects with minimal direction
• Exceptional time management skills and ability to effectively meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal/written skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret data and to handle problem resolution
• Ability to work in the following software programs: Windows, Microsoft Office, and multiple online software platforms as required by funders and partner organizations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle confidential information with discretion
• Possession of a valid NYS Driver's license and a driver's record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier.
• Continuous use of a reliable, registered and insured vehicle.
• Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes which support organizational mission, philosophy, and policies
• Ability to work in a cooperative and helpful manner with all individuals
• Willingness and ability to foster agency and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques
• Provide effective, equitable, understandable and respectful quality care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices, preferred languages, health literacy and other communication needs.

Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet

Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS's corporate compliance & ethics program. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.

Join us and help make a positive impact on our community!

Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet