Administrative Assistant - 146 Clay Street

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

Provide administrative assistance to the Program Director, Office Manager , Medical staff and clinical staff. Maintain client files and assist with data base clean-up. Answer phones when necessary., Monitor and report on client interactions from the lobby reception post as needed. Responsible for maintaining the clinical / medical department client waiting list. Serves as the receptionist of the building by directing client questions, forwarding messages to the correct departments, and keeping clients informed of their wait status to see the medical / clinical teams. Related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

High School diploma or equivalent required. Several years of office systems experience. Good organizational, written and verbal communication skills. Must also be proficient in computer databases and MS Office software. Bilingual (Spanish / English / Polish) preferred.

• Vaccination preferred but not required.

HOURS : Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Monday – Friday 7 : 30 am - 4pm

MAKE AN IMPACT Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally. BRC is committed to a safe and healthy workplace : we provide PPE to all employees and enforce temperature monitoring and physical distancing best practices across our programs.

Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION :

In August 2012, BRC opened its first assessment center, which serves as a first point of contact for men entering the city shelter system. Located in a newly renovated loft-style building in Greenpoint Brooklyn, this 200 bed dormitory style residence is funded by the NYC Department of Homeless Services. BRC evaluates each individual who enters the program and links them to the housing and services that best meets their needs. In addition, as a result of our continued dialogue with DHS and community leaders, BRC has dedicated one dorm (20 beds) to street homeless men of the Greenpoint community, an unprecedented commitment by the shelter system to provide a community-based strategy to respond to a significant local need.

BENEFITS

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including :

Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.

A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.

Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.