Program Specialist

JOB SUMMARY: As a Program Specialist, you will plan and implement activities for Drop-In Centers in Yonkers, Mount Vernon, and Ossining Locations. Activities will be in alignment with participant goals and areas of interest. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Elements Plans, in conjunction with coordinator, social and recreational activities for Drop-In participants. Maintains physical setting, including cleaning counters, floors, straightening area, keeping it hazard free, etc. Assists with planning and purchasing of food for meals. Prepares, cooks, serves meals. Cleans up kitchen area after mealtime. Engages in social activities with participants, helps announce special events such as BINGO and movies. Models' appropriate behavior, ethical practice and demonstrates compassion for participants on ongoing basis. Responds to needs of participants by being an attentive listener, portraying empathy to individual. Monitors and organizes activities which are appropriate to the participants, setting, etc. Participates in community-based events and activities as needed. Operate van or bus as specified by route sheets and agency procedures. Follow motor vehicle regulations to ensure safety of consumers. Assist consumers on and off agency vehicles, as determined by individual needs of consumer and as prescribed by agency policy. Ensure vehicles are clean and safe. Fuel vehicles. Remove trash. Clean spills, etc. Immediately report any malfunctions or possible safety hazards to the Transportation Coordinator. Perform safety checks of vehicles as prescribed by agency policy. Document results in maintenance logs. Perform other duties as required. Maintains safe, orderly work area and work practices Performs other duties as required #INDEMPLOY BACKGROUND/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: GED/High school diploma or equivalent Other: A valid NY State Driver's License for a minimum of 2 years and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.

Created: 2026-03-10