Administrative Assistant (BWC TEP)

Intro/Program Description: Goddard Riverside is working in collaboration with the New York City Department of

Youth and Community Development to alleviate the effects of poverty and provide opportunities by operating a

Beacon Community Center on the Upper Westside. Beacon Community Centers are in public schools throughout

New York City and serve youth from kindergarten through age 21 and adults ages 22 and older, including Older

Adults. Beacons operate year-round on non-school hours, weekdays, evenings, weekends and in the summer as a

resource to the entire community by offering integrated programming tailored to local needs. During the summer,

Beacons collaborate with the New York City Public Schools for the Summer Rising initiative.

 

Program Description: Beacon Community Centers are in public schools throughout New York City and serve youth

from kindergarten through age 21 and adults ages 22 and older, including Older Adults. Beacons operate year-round

on non-school hours, weekdays, evenings, weekends and in the summer as a resource to the entire community by

offering integrated programming tailored to local needs. During the summer, Beacons collaborate with the New

York City Public Schools for the Summer Rising initiative.

 

Purpose of Position: Administrative Assistant will work with the Program Coordinator/Director to ensure the office

is managed smoothly. Includes record-keeping, data-entry, managing receipts and supporting Youth Groups.

 

Schedule: Weekdays and Weekends, July 1, 2026, through August 28, 2026. Flexible 6pm-10pm; Sat-Sun 3pm-10pm up to 35 hours per week

Pay: $25/h 

Role, Responsibilities, and Essential Duties

· Office Tasks (Manage attendance records, Data Entry, Copying, Manage Program/Office Supplies, Organize Expenditures (Receipts))

· Maintenance Tasks (Sweeping, mopping, dusting, general cleaning in office)

· Support all areas of Summer Teen Expansion Program

· Enforce program rules

· Know and enforce ALL emergency procedures and follow all safety guidelines associated with all program areas

· Foster a learning environment that stimulates children’s creative growth and development

· Attend staff training, weekly meetings and supervision meetings

· Other duties as required and assigned by Program Director and Senior Leaders.

· Demonstrate professionalism & leadership

 

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

· Must be at least 16 years of age

· Must have ability to work independently and collaboratively

· Must have a sense of humor and a passion for youth development

· Comfortable engaging youth

· Must be able to pass background check.

· CPR/First Aid Certification a plus

 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

· Familiarity with Social Services setting

· Ability to work independently

· Ability to work as a team member

· Knowledge of Microsoft Office a plus

 

Physical Requirements

· Frequent bending, kneeling

· Computer use

 

Work Environment:

· Indoors

 

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace community grounded in respect for differences. We support hiring a broadly diverse team of qualified individuals who will contribute to our organization.

Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and title and shall not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee, and it is subject to change by the employer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials function of the job.