Job Information
RiseBoro Homecare Inc. Program Assistant, Food Pantry in BROOKLYN, New York
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general supervision of the Director of Wellness Rising , the Program Assistant supports RiseBoro Community Partnership’s Wellness Rising program initiative that helps provide individuals with food and information on how food impacts health and well-being. Additionally, the Program Assistant is responsible for helping to connect Food Pantry clients to community programs and resources in their vicinity.
General Responsibilities
Obtain and provide client referrals for a Community Health Worker as needed/requested
Assist the Food Pantry Manager with collecting and entering client data into the referral database
Assist in maintaining an accurate and organized inventory; ordering and receiving supplies and materials for all program areas
Other related duties as required by the Supervisor
Food Pantry
Monitor and track all incoming and outgoing pantry items
Coordinate pickup and delivery of donated foods when needed
Conduct weekly inspections of food items for freshness and their expiration dates to ensure they are within the appropriate timeframe for use
Provide timely responses to pantry requests
Meet with Food Pantry clients and connect them to SNAP benefits, Meals on Wheels programs, and food pantries closer to their homes
COMPETENCIES
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to present professionally and represent RiseBoro positively in the community
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Strong organization skills with attention to detail
Genuine interest in improving community health
Bilingual English/Mandarin/ Cantonese speaker required
Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule; work adjusted hours; weekend and evening schedule availability may be required
Ability to travel to and from designated community program-related sites as needed
Ability to problem-solve and think critically
Ability to work under pressure and with a wide variety of people
A self-starter with a positive attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit
Intermediate level computer proficiency using standard Microsoft Office Suite required, particularly MSWord, Outlook, and Excel
Commitment to RiseBoro’s mission, vision, and values
Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
Commitment to supporting communities that have experienced systemic oppression and bias (i.e. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice-involved persons, etc.)
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent required
EEO/Affirmative Action Policy Statement
It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.