Administrative Assistant

PROGRAM SUMMARY

Funded through the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), the CPC Beacon Community Center at John J. Pershing I.S. 220 serves youth, adults, and families in the Sunset Park neighborhood. The center’s goal is to deliver a multitude of services for local community members by creating an inclusive atmosphere that promotes cultural awareness, active engagement, leadership, and advocacy skills acquisition, and empowers individuals to ultimately become self-sufficient. Through our investment in the whole family, we provide wraparound services to help them navigate life’s challenges and opportunities. With the expansion of clinical capacity, we hope to bridge gaps in mental and wellness for youth and families.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide logistical support by monitoring materials, supplies, and scheduling for program activities.
• Provide verbal and written translation support as needed to ensure effective communication with non-English-speaking participants and families.
• Assist with participant registration, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed and up to date.
• Accurately enter, update, and maintain enrollment and attendance data in the system.
• Assist in the development and preparation of promotional materials and event documentation.
• Monitor inventory levels for supplies and reorder as necessary to ensure continuous program operations.
• Perform additional tasks assigned by the Program Assistant and Beacon Leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required, along with at least two years of college education

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail, especially in data entry and documentation.
• Proficient in verbal and written translation support.
• Problem-solving skills to handle unexpected situations efficiently.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness of diverse community needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and virtual platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex).
• Bilingual fluency in English and Mandarin is required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• $18.00 - $22.00 per hour; 15 hours per week with occasional weekends as needed
• CPC offers eligible part-time staff members mandatory benefits, including paid New York State sick time

HOW TO APPLY

Interested individuals should submit their resume, along with a cover letter addressed to Omar Roberts, when applying online via CPC’s website: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/jobs or selected online job boards. All documents should be submitted as one single file. Applicants may reach out to careers@cpc-nyc.org with any questions or further inquiries.

CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.