Program Associate

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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Long Island Cares, Inc.