Program Assistant

Overview Seeking: compassionate individuals looking to help make a difference! If you are passionate about making a difference in someone's life and want to work for an organization that appreciates and recognizes their employee's success, we encourage you toapply today! Seeking a Part Time Program Assistant on our Hudson Corps Team Our Part Time opportunities offer: · Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, vacation time and sick time · Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment) · Tax Deferred Annuity (403B) · Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life · Christmas Bonus · Wireless discount for Verizon customers · Free parking SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION: The HSCPA will work directly with the Hudson Service Center Director to maintain and/or expand existing programs offered to the community. The HSCPA will aide the HSCP in the overall operation of the Hudson Service Center to ensure efficient and effective operation of all aspects of The Salvation Army social services ministry. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Assist in operation of the Soup Kitchen, Emergency Food Pantry, and any mass food distribution. Tasks include but are not limited to:o Oversight in food preparation so that food is prepared and served properly.o Cook as needed and assist with meal and menu planning.o Assist with ordering of food from Food Bank and other vendors. Pickup, unload, stock, and inventory.• Assist in the operation of seasonal programs including Long Point Camp recruitment, Back to School program, Holiday Food and Toy assistance.• Assist in the Red Kettle Campaign: Recruit and schedule volunteer bell ringers, set up and collection of kettles, relieving volunteers and ring as needed.• Manage the cleaning of kitchen, storage and serving areas. Qualifications SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: • Associates Degree preferred or one-two years of related experience.• Must have a valid driver's license that meets The Salvation Army insurance requirements.• Highly organized and ability to multi-task.• Ability to prepare and cook meals.• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.• SafeServe food handling certificate preferred. Must obtain SafeServe food handling certification within 6 months of employment. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.