Description

PROGRAM ASSISTANT PART-TIME POSITION SUMMARY:

The Program Assistant (Part-Time) will assist with management and with monitoring guests; and promote a safe and secure environment.

PROGRAM ASSISTANT PART-TIME CORE WORK PRINCIPLE: 

Colossians 3:23 is the foundation of URM’s standard for employment, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord and not for people.” The goal for each employee is to enrich and sustain a humble heart attitude; to enrich and sustain a mindset of serving others, treating them with kindness and truth; and to enrich and sustain a zealous desire for achieving work objectives without any ulterior motives or agendas.

PROGRAM ASSISTANT PART-TIME ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Actively monitor guests and ensure compliance with all program guidelines and expectations.
• Conduct property/room inspections, as needed.
• Follow established protocols for medical emergencies and unusual/disruptive activity.
• Provide written documentation (this may include reports, presentations, and data analysis) as required.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and intervene to diffuse any potential volatile and/or hostile situations, as needed.
• Assist with intake, discharge, and/or orientation processes, as requested.
• Attend scheduled department/team meetings, as requested.
• Conduct other tasks and projects assigned by the Project Manager, such as mail sorting and delivery; transporting clients in a company vehicle; serving meals to residents; serving as a program representative to volunteers, chaperoning children, etc.
• Commitment to URM mission, vision, and core values.
• Encourage guests in their faith and growth in Jesus Christ.

PROGRAM ASSISTANT PART-TIME PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Manual dexterity required.
• Ability to lift objects up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to operate office equipment.

PROGRAM ASSISTANT PART-TIME WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.

• Noise levels are considered moderate to high.
• The office and classrooms are clean, orderly, properly lighted, and ventilated.
• This position works indoors and outdoors in a highly busy area.

Requirements

PROGRAM ASSISTANT PART-TIME EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND LICENSURES:

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current California Driver License including the ability to be added to the company’s vehicle insurance policy,required.
• Commercial license, a plus.
• Minimum 1 year of prior experience in a related field performing similar duties (social services, community relations, non-profits, etc).

PROGRAM ASSISTANT PART-TIME KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both orally and in writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn proprietary computer programs.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and a strong ability to prioritize tasks.
• Must have the ability to multi-task in a high-volume environment.
• Fluency in Spanish, a plus. (Los Angeles location)
• Ability to conduct responsibilities without direct supervision.