Program Assistant - Work for a Non-Profit!
The Program Assistant in the Data, Evaluation and Strategic Initiatives (DESI) department supports department-wide administrative needs and contributes to the coordination and completion of projects designed to support Seneca's mission, including development and enhancement of agency programs and research and evaluation practices. The Program Assistant will gain experience and insight in the fields of grant writing, policy, research, and program evaluation.
"This role is a blend of administrative tasks and more specialized responsibilities, which allows me to see the data and evaluation behind the scenes. It's a great taste of the entire department, which is so diverse in all that they do. I get to be a part of every aspect of the department. The team is super supportive and willing to help me." - Program Assistant, DESI
Seneca Family of Agencies is committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities a network of outstanding mental health, community based, and educational services. Celebrating diversity and creating a culture of inclusion increases creativity, innovation, problem solving, and teamwork. Seneca’s agency-wide DEI Advisory Board, Employee Resource Groups, and Language Practice Groups help our employees provide culturally and linguistically relevant services to the families we serve. For more information on our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative, click here!
Responsibilities
- Complete or manage tasks to support department-wide needs including: office supply ordering, scheduling, administrative support, meeting coordination, facility needs, hiring coordination, and other duties as assigned.
- Support DESI team leadership with the planning and implementation of relevant team trainings, meetings, or events.
- Monitor and identify opportunities for funding and program development for the agency.
- Assist in compiling agency proposals and developing proposal components as assigned in response to requests for proposals from public agencies and private foundations.
- Participate in the design and implementation of program evaluation and other research projects as assigned.
- Support the workflow of project teams designated to complete county, state, and federal proposals or data-related projects.
- Assist in the design and implementation of strategies to communicate the vision and achievements of the agency.
- Assist in the completion of special projects, as assigned.
- Assist in developing marketing materials.
- Represent Seneca in external meetings on matters of policy and practice, as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Valid California driver's licenses and insurance
- Clearance of TB test, fingerprints and any other mandatory State/Federal licensing or certification requirements
Schedule
- Monday-Friday; Full-time
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional advancement within the DESI team
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and chiropractic coverage, and partially paid premiums for dependents
- Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan
- Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
- We provide a 403(b) retirement plan
- 4 weeks flexible paid time off