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Primavera Program Assistant, PAV in Tucson, Arizona
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The Primavera Foundation - Pathways Out of Poverty
https://primavera.org/job/program-assistant-project-action-for-veterans/
Program Assistant, PAV
Description
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION AND JOB SUMMARY
The Primavera Foundation is a non-profit community development organization that
has been providing pathways out of poverty and strengthening the Tucson
community since 1983, through a variety of programs and services. Through
individualized service planning, Project Action for Veterans (PAV) offers housing
assistance to veterans and their families who are recently homeless or about to
become homeless who but for this financial and resource coordination assistance
would continue to be or become homeless. The program serves Veterans living in
Pima, Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, and Santa Cruz counties, and follows the
policies and regulations of the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)
funding from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. PAV is accredited by CARF
for Rapid Rehousing and Homelessness Prevention Programs.
The Program Assistant is the initial point-of-contact for Project Action for
Veterans, extending welcoming and helpful information to individuals seeking
services, and providing top-notch administrative support for the program. The
successful candidate will be a highly-organized team player with exceptional
customer service and recordkeeping skills. The successful candidate will be self-
motivated and self-directed, with excellent attention to detail and great focus on
follow-through.
Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Work assignments may vary depending on
the departments needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent
by the leadership):
Professionally, politely, and productively field incoming calls and walk-in
inquiries
Communicate program overview via prompt email and phone responses, as
well as assist in outreach with homeless veterans at community events
Capture, organize, and maintain program information, including data entry
of participant information and monthly activity
Assist with prescreening and intake for potential program participants,
referring to other community resources when appropriate
Track referral data and make follow up calls to those not eligible for the
program
Update and maintain program support materials such as forms, brochures,
and program manual
Develop and maintain program contacts and vendor database
Order and maintain office supply inventory
Schedule meetings, prepare meeting materials and take minutes as
assigned
Assist Program Director and PAV team staff with administrative support as
needed
Participate in Veterans Affairs (VA) and Supportive Services for Veterans
Families (SSVF) training as required
Assist with preparing for annual VA monitoring
Adhere to and demonstrate Primaveras guiding principles of integrity,
respect, accountability, compassion, and leadership
Hiring organization
Primavera Foundation
Employment Type
Full-time
Working Hours
40
Base Salary
\$ 16.50 - \$ 18.50
Date posted
September 20, 2023
Primavera Foundation We provide pathways out of poverty through safe, affordable
housing, workforce development and neighborhood
revitalization.
https://primavera.org
Other duties as assigned by leadership
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to work in a fast-pace environment while maintaining data accuracy
Ability to use general office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax
machines, scanners, adding machines
Ability to accurately compile and analyze relevant data
Ability to perform duties in a timely and consistent manner
Productive and collaborative verbal and written communication skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associates degree in Social Work/Business Administration or other related
field
Minimum two years professional administrative work experience
Note: Relevant experience and educational background may be considered in lieu
of degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Minimum six months experience with a client database and/or maintaining
data in Excel
Ability to meet above knowledge, skills, and abilities
First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain.
Level 1 fingerprint clearance card or the ability to obtain.
Reliable transportation, a current valid drivers license and registration,
proof of insurance coverage, and a clean driving record.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Military veteran or veteran family member
One year of experience working in a social services agency, with at least six
months in programs serving people experiencing homelessness
Bilingual English/Spanish
Knowledge of relevant and applicable community resources
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