Program Assistant

Comprehensive youth services, inc.

SUBJECT: Program assistant

Department: Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs

HOURS

Up to 20 hours within a two week pay period including day, evening, and overnight hours. Some flexible hours as well as scheduled shifts on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Prefer a minimum of 2 years of college in a human services field and 2 years of work experience in a child caring institution; proof of negative TB test; 3 professional references; not a perpetrator of child abuse/neglect; no convictions relating to harm or threatened harmed to an individual.

Supervised by: Director of RHY and Program Manager

Responsibilities

Fulfill all duties of an Intervention Specialist or Transitional Living Specialist, including working scheduled shifts. Assist the Program Manager in completing orientation and training of new staff, undergraduate interns and volunteers. Assist in maintenance of health and fire standards, licensing rules, nutritional and medical needs, and building maintenance. Inventory, purchase and organize the majority of food, household items and office supplies. Promptly complete associated purchase orders and forward to the administrative office. Assist in purchasing clothing, school supplies and other necessary items for clients in need. Promptly complete associated purchase orders and forward to the administrative office. Assisting in overseeing building cleanliness and organization. Inventory and organize donations and agency clothing/hygiene item supplies. Complete 25 hours of training each fiscal year as required by State licensing. Complete time sheet by the end of each pay period. Attend monthly Business Meetings. Any other duties as requested by the Supervisor.