Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation is a place where disconnected and justice-involved Detroiters go to find hope, purpose, and opportunity.

Offering evidence-based programs staffed by a dedicated team of caring professionals, DHDC is regarded as a leader in helping disconnected, formerly incarcerated and gang-involved individuals successfully integrate into society.

Program Summary

The CVI Program is designed to interrupt the cycles of violence by providing street outreach, violence interruption, case management services and job readiness training to individuals who have been disconnected from work and school, are gang-involved and / or are exiting the prison / jail system to ensure a successful path to reduced recidivism and becoming productive members of our community.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

The Program Assistant's position will provide administrative and logistical support to the Department Director and other team members.

Tasks include answering phone calls, emails, scheduling and coordinating team activities such as meetings and workshops and assisting in the delivery of services to program participants.

The Program Assistant is responsible for supporting daily program operations, material, and activities of the CVI Department including :

1) Ordering program materials and preparing expenditure requests and expense reports.

2) Screening all calls and assisting in connecting participants to resources.

3) Organizing Department meetings, including the agendas, minutes, and notice of meetings and submit monthly reports.

4) Assist with workshops, including planning and preparing materials and assisting in group facilitation.

5) Create, organize, and maintain all files and program materials.

6) Assist with client recruitment, registration, attendance, and documentation of activities

7) Assist with and attend agency-wide activities.

8) Perform all other related duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor

Qualifications :

• Minimum of 2 years' experience providing services to returning citizens and high-risk adults in Southwest Detroit and / or Downriver.
• S / he will have an associate degree and / or equivalent training.
• Fluent in Spanish and English preferred.
• Must have experience in an administrative capacity, and report writing.
• Strong computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, creation of forms, and power point are required.
• Excellent organization and time management skills with attention to details.
• Ability to effectively interact with CVI Department Director, team members, Management Staff, businesses, and other community organizations.
• Culturally competent and knowledgeable of the Southwest Detroit and Downriver community and resources.

Starting Salary :

$38,000 - $42,000 with full benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid PTO and holidays. Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or

mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law.

We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation

Human Resources

Last updated : 2024-04-26