Program Associate

Long Island Cares, Inc.; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Long Island Cares, Inc. is seeking a part-time Program Associate to support the Bethpage Food Pantry with daily operations. The role runs 30 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., with possible travel or occasional extended hours as needed to serve neighbors.

Responsibilities include needs assessments, inventory management, reporting, clerical duties, and community outreach. A valid NY driver's license and related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Conversational proficiency in Spanish.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments with neighbors related to food assistance and pantry usage.
• Assist with ordering food and supplies from the Long Island Cares warehouse and pantry inventory.
• Maintain current community resource and referral lists for neighbors utilizing the pantry.
• Perform clerical duties: correspondence, scheduling, records, data entry, and filing.
• Assist with monthly reports on pantry activities and progress.
• Support community outreach and mobile program initiatives, including Veterans Project and Mobile Programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Spanish (conversational)

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organization

Problem solving

Prioritization

Education

Associate degree

Relevant experience

Job description

Department

Network Relations

Reports to

Vice President of Network Relations and Capacity Building

Salary

$21.00/hour

Status

Part-Time; 30 hours

FLSA Classification

Non-Exempt

Job Description

The Program Associate supports the Program Coordinator with the daily operations of the Bethpage Food Pantry. This is a part-time position scheduled for 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. With advance notice, occasional travel and early evening or weekend availability may be required to help meet the needs of our neighbors.

Essential Functions

• Conduct needs assessments with neighbors related to food assistance, emergency relief, and other circumstances. Accurately record and track neighbor visits and pantry usage.
• Assist the Program Coordinator with ordering food and supplies from the Long Island Cares warehouse and maintaining pantry inventory.
• Maintain current community resource and referral lists for neighbors utilizing the food pantry.
• Perform various clerical duties, including correspondence, scheduling, maintaining program records, updating program materials, data entry, and filing.
• Assist the Program Coordinator with preparing monthly reports on the food pantry’s activities and progress.
• Assist with other community outreach and mobile program initiatives, including, but not limited to, the Veterans Project (Military Appreciation Tuesdays) and Mobile Programs.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the Vice President for Network Relations and the Director of Food Pantries & Programs.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Conversational proficiency in Spanish.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environment.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree and/or relevant experience in office operations, nonprofit organizations, human services, or social service programs.
• Knowledge of community resources and social service programs preferred.
• Valid and clean New York State driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Make a Difference

Donate to Long Island Cares and help feed your neighbors in need. Contribute what you can, all donations are welcome