Project Assistant - MIP

Overview The New York Foundling's Mentored Internship Program (MIP) is hiring a temporary Project Assistant. This person is responsible for providing support to staff in the course of their normal operations and duties in departments that include but are not limited to (Development, Training, Adoption & Legal, Home Finding, Executive offices, and Mental Health).

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include

Assisting with basic administrative & office related task such as filing, phone calls, mail handling, moving or procuring office supplies, and organizing rooms

Interacting with the community in which we serve (Child Welfare/FC)

Research, report writing, training, video project, and newsletter assembly, and/or other creative projects as assigned

Some field work is possible, and traveling to different office locations may be necessary

Participation throughout the program requires you to be available for virtual and in-person meetings, consistent and appropriate contact with your mentor and internship coordinator

Meeting assignment & deadlines on a weekly basis The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. Qualifications

Must be fluent in English and can write English

Demonstrate strong commitment to safety

Must have access to basic communication equipment (phone, laptop or tablet), the internet

Be willing to learn and exercise basic technical skills (Outlook & TEAMS)

Some presentation skills are necessary Education Required

High School / G.E.D.

Recruitment

Tagline

Fostering Talent, Changing Lives Salary Range:

$17 an hr.