Student Assistant (Intern)

NY HELPS No

55-b/c Eligible No

Agency Justice Center For The Protection Of People With Special Needs

Title Student Assistant (Intern)

Occupational Category Legal

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $19.01 to $23.61 Hourly

Employment Type Part-Time

Part-time Percent 50%

Appointment Type Temporary

Internship No

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 18.75

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Schenectady

Street Address 401 State St

City Schenectady

State NY

Zip Code 12305

Duties Description Description:Collaborate with other providers and attend/participate in both virtual and in person informational conferences to spread awareness of Justice Center and the services provided by Individual and Family Support. Assist staff with creation of case information files and other administrative tasks.* Assist with inputting of case information and other data entry functions as appropriate and track referrals, services, follow-ups, etc. through utilization of Client Management System/Database.* Address and respond to stakeholder inquiries via phone and e-mail as appropriate.* Draft correspondence and assist with mailing of such correspondence.* Assist with any other identified projects and programs as necessary and relevant to student intern program's requirements.* Attend relevant team and agency meetings and trainings.* Maintain accurate records and carry out duties in a timely manner.* Perform other administrative tasks and duties as assigned.* Have regular supervision meeting with supervisor(s) to review progress and address any concerns and updates.

Minimum Qualifications Preferred Standing: Graduate StudentMinimum Standing: SophomoreDegree Concentrations: Human Services

Additional Comments Number of Hours: 20 – 30 up to full time during breaks. Established in 2013 by the Protection with Special Needs Act; The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is charged with protecting over one million New Yorkers under the care or jurisdiction across six State Oversight Agencies. https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:• Holiday & Paid Time Off• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System• Affordable Health Care options• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost• NYS Deferred Compensation plan• Access to NY 529 College Savings ProgramPlease note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the Justice Center’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.NOTE ON FINGERPRINTING: Please be advised that should you accept a job offer with this agency, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay for the cost of the fingerprinting fee.The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Our agency does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, citizenship/immigration status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Justice Center is committed to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion while continuing to build a diverse workforce. Our agency seeks candidates dedicated to working in and contributing to an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived experiences, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources via email at [email protected]

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Name Human Resources / CL

Telephone

Fax 518-549-0462

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 161 Delaware Avenue

City Delmar

State NY

Zip Code 12054

Notes on Applying Please submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume to [email protected] detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.