About the role#
This Student Assistant role supports the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. You will work on-site in Schenectady, New York, for 18.75 hours per week. This is a paid, part-time position.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with providers and attend informational conferences to share information about the Justice Center and Individual and Family Support services.
- Assist staff with creating case files and managing administrative tasks.
- Input case data into the Client Management System, while tracking referrals, services, and follow-ups.
- Respond to stakeholder inquiries by phone and email.
- Draft and mail correspondence.
- Attend team meetings and agency trainings.
- Meet regularly with supervisors to discuss your progress and updates.
- Complete other assigned projects as needed.
What you'll need#
- You must have at least sophomore standing in your undergraduate studies.
- Graduate students are preferred.
- Your degree concentration should be in Human Services.
Location & details#
- Location: 401 State St, Schenectady, NY.
- Work schedule: Monday through Friday.
- Compensation: $19.01 to $23.61 per hour.
About New York State
New York State operates as a government administration entity. It manages public services and policy implementation across the region. The organization maintains its primary office at 123 William Street in New York. It employs over 4,000 staff members to carry out its administrative functions.
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