Program Assistant (Non-Profit) jobs in Poughkeepsie, NY

The Role

What You Will Do

• Adheres to all policies and procedures. 
• Participates in any required training and pass certification including CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Assists in carrying out any activities as indicated on the resident's ILP. 
• Complies with 42 CFR confidentiality and HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
• Adheres to agency policies and procedures, and maintains professional relationships with other disciplines, clients, and community supports.
• Trains in working with those who have mental health issues, addictions and substance use/abuse and strategies
• Supports clients including register, check-in, monitor, assess behavior and overall well-being.
• Advocates for clients’ needs, making referrals to and collaborating with appropriate resources and community organizations.
• Works with clients to build planning and life skills.
• Monitor clients’ progress and well-being.
• Assists team in identifying potential challenges and provides input to others.
• Understands and keeps in mind systemic issues that affect low income and marginalized people.
• Engages clients including documenting background information and history.
• Orients new arrivals to shelter protocols and policies.
• Observes clients in day-to-day routines: maintains informal contact and develops informal opportunities to assist when needed
• Assists with life and problem solving skills and support.
• Assists with bagging and tagging of client property.
• Ensures or assists in meal preparation
• Performs other duties as requested.

Who You Will Be

• High School Diploma or GED

• One year of experience working with at-risk people who have complex needs in a similar working environment.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to effectively analyze situations quickly and apply sound judgment
  • Ability to work and build rapport with others
  • Knowledge of community resources
  • Basic keyboard skills and computer literacy (knowledge of Windows based environment preferred)
  • Fire safety/guard training is preferred.
  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
  • Flexibility and patience are required. 
  • Must be able to multi-task
• Flexibility to assist at other Residential Programs within the area as needed