Title: Social Services Assistant
Location: Walton Avenue Office - Bronx, NY
Position Type: Part Time

Summary: Fordham Bedford Community Services (FBCS), an organization founded by Fordham Bedford Housing Corporation, is committed to serving the children and families of the Northwest Bronx and its surrounding areas. FBCS is continually seeking new and innovative ways to strengthen families by providing a variety of programs and services. In partnership with the community and other local not-for-profit organizations, Fordham Bedford Community Services is at the forefront of addressing the ever changing needs of a community that has long been neglected.

Fordham Bedford Community Services supports the population living in the Walton Avenue residential community through programs and services in their immediate community. This office is located within a residential building with several other FBHC properties in the surrounding community. This location offers services and programs to the residents of the properties as well as the surrounding community. Services are planned for adults, youth, families and seniors. Fordham Bedford Community Services strives to foster and maintain relationships with other community organizations to serve the needs of our residents. The primary role of the Social Services Assistant is to help the Social Services Coordinator with all aspect of program including building and sustaining effective relationships with the Walton Avenue residents while implementing programs and services that reflect the needs of our community.

Responsibilities: Develop and implement programs that reflect the needs and interests of the residents in the Walton Avenue Community.

· Provide ongoing services to households needing additional support services (including referral services).

· Develop relationships with community partners who provide mental health services, physical health services, food insecurity, recreation programs and other support services.

· Assist senior citizen residents with recertification, collecting documents, reviewing mail and making bill payments. Assist residents in obtaining and maintaining benefits and entitlements.

· Maintain administrative details by keeping track of event attendance, notes and other variables through our agency software.

· Document engagement conversations and sessions in a timely manner to align with Fordham Bedford Community Services requirements.

· Collaborate and maintain communication with property management staff for housing and management related issues but also to partner for community events.

· Participate in planning events and activities for residents, including wellness, health, recreation, education and art.

· Maintain program files and ensure that programming is compliant with contractual obligations.

· Participate in planning for arts programming at Walton Avenue.

· Coordinate events that highlight community classes, including education and the arts.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in regular staff meetings to coordinate services and plan for future events.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Assist in ongoing outreach and all other administrative tasks supporting the Walton Avenue events/workshops.
• Maintain a positive collaboration and partnership with Housing Management Staff.
• Other tasks assigned by the Social Services Coordinator.

Skills:

• Time management skills and the ability to multitask are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated professional capacity.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a larger team.
• Solid oral and written communication skills across languages.
• Proficient in using technology to track data and manage information.
• Appreciation for the unique needs of all residents and their families.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or equivalent credits.
• Solid oral and written communication skills across languages (English/Spanish; other languages is helpful).
• Experience working with youth, families and senior citizens (preferred).
• Experience running programs, events and workshops (preferred).
• Vaccination requirement.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary: $16 p/hour 16-18 hours p/week

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 18 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Bronx, NY (Required)

Work Location: In person