TEMP / Administrative Assistant / Transportation Voucher Program

Access2Rides Transportation Voucher Program Assistant

Under the direction of the Social Worker Coordinator this position will assist with the day-to-day operation of the Access2Rides transportation voucher program as well as with health services programming and outreach. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to case management, grant compliance, monthly reporting, maintaining a partnership with RIDES, community outreach and engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the Transportation Voucher Program, maintaining appropriate files and required reporting for grant compliance.
• Assist with completing assigned tasks within Health Services division to successfully maintain programs and activities that improve Health outcomes of Precinct 2.
• Assist with Case Management, resource, and referrals for constituents and maintain appropriate files and records for tracking, statistics and grant compliance
• Maintain current knowledge of health programs throughout Harris County and City of Houston including current rules and regulations.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you need special services or accommodations, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.

Experience:

• Experience working with low income, minority or vulnerable populations
• Experience with record keeping and compliance
• Experience in customer service
• Experience with community programs, social services and or referrals

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Proficient working knowledge of computers and related software comprised of CIVICREC, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and office equipment.
• Work to create a safe, secure and healthy work environment for fellow employees.
• Work with staff to accomplish all goals.
• You will be required to demonstrate a high level of professionalism, with excellent communication skills.
• You must have the ability to take initiative and possess skills for problem solving and conflict resolution.
• You also must be efficient and detail-oriented with a strong customer/constituent focus.

Note: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Hours:

• A temporary full-time position, requiring the employee to work 40 hours per week. This may include weekends and holidays.

Location:

• 11901 W. Hardy Road, Houston, TX 77076

Work Environment:

• This job operates remotely and in the office.
• Remotely consist of but not limited to meeting clients and partners at various location throughout the Precinct including Harris County Precinct 2 Community Centers and Annexes.
• The office setting routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually average.

Physical Demands:

• Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools, materials, and equipment over rough terrain; climbing, reaching and bending.
• Frequently to walk, sit, talk, drive, hear, bend, stoop, twist, and balance.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position will report to the Social Worker Coordinator of Health Services or designee.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.