Job description
The Department of Homeless Services Division of Family Services provides temporary, emergency shelter to homeless families with children younger than 18 years of age and pregnant women and operates and maintains over 170 shelters for families with children throughout the 5 boroughs. The shelters are operated by over 50 providers, most of whom are non-profit social services agencies contracted to provide services. The Jamaica Family Residence, through collaboration with the leadership, Social Service team and Operational staff, prides itself on the level of services provided to its residents. Through assessments, engagements and referrals, the families are strengthened during their stay in the shelter to face their challenges and to return to community life.
The Department of Homeless Services is recruiting for one (1) Community Assistant at the Jamaica Family Residence, who will:
The Department of Homeless Services is recruiting for one (1) Community Assistant at the Jamaica Family Residence, who will:
- Maintain the cleanliness of his/her assigned work area.
- Monitor the area for such potential hazards, such as spills or obstructions.
- Sweep and mop the hallways and bathrooms in the area, as needed.
- Clean offices and vacant rooms.
- If assigned to the kitchen area of the facility, will serve meals to the facility’s residents, and will be responsible for cleaning the kitchen and dining room.
- Any other duties assigned by the Site Manager.
Minimum Qual Requirements
1. There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position. However, the ability to understand and carry out simple instructions is required.
2. Candidates must be able to understand and be understood in English.
2. Candidates must be able to understand and be understood in English.
Preferred Skills
- Must have a Food Handling Certificate, and be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.
- Bi-lingual (Spanish/English), a plus.
Additional Information
LOAN FORGIVENESS
The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with the DSS/HRA/DHS qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program’s other requirements.
Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements:
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
In addition, the Human Resources Administration/Department of Social Services/ Department of Homeless Services offers competitive salaries and the following benefits:
Generous Pension Plans (The New York Employees' Retirement System).
401(k) and Roth 457 Retirement Savings Programs;
U.S. Savings Bonds Flexible Spending Program;
Health Benefits, Dental, Vision Coverage, Prescription Drug Program;
Training and Professional Development;
Opportunity for Scholarship; College Savings Program;
Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave.
The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with the DSS/HRA/DHS qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program’s other requirements.
Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements:
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
In addition, the Human Resources Administration/Department of Social Services/ Department of Homeless Services offers competitive salaries and the following benefits:
Generous Pension Plans (The New York Employees' Retirement System).
401(k) and Roth 457 Retirement Savings Programs;
U.S. Savings Bonds Flexible Spending Program;
Health Benefits, Dental, Vision Coverage, Prescription Drug Program;
Training and Professional Development;
Opportunity for Scholarship; College Savings Program;
Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave.
Hours/Shift
Sunday-Thursday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
Work Location
175-10 88Th Ave Queens, N.Y
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
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