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Program Assistant Part- Time- Weekends

New Jersey Association On Correction

Job Location:

Paterson, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 16 - 18

Posted: 1 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 28 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

SUMMARY
Residential program for adult residents which are state inmates classified to a work release program. The Program Assistant provides essential support to ensure the smooth operation of the facilitys programs and services. This role involves assisting with administrative tasks monitoring residents and maintaining the facility. The Residential Program Assistant contributes to creating a safe secure supportive environment that aids residents in their transition back into the community while following establish protocols and procedures approved by NJAC and the NJ Department of Corrections.

Schedule: Saturday & Sunday: 8am -4pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:

Supervise the residence its residents and program activities
Account for each resident in and outside of the facility on a real time basis
Ensure the safety and security of residents and staff in the facility
Provide supervision and surveillance of the residents visitors facility and perimeter
Ensure contraband is not brought into the facility by conducting facility searches
Monitor entry and egress of residents
Monitor doors medicine and supplies.
Conduct random tours of the residential facility and premises documenting time of tour client accountability and facility concerns
Conduct urine and alcohol testing
Implement appropriate safety and security procedures.
Responsible for providing transportation and escorting clients to and from medical appointments interviews employment sites and other approved destinations as necessary
Implement appropriate security procedures in the facility and vehicles. Ensure safety of clients at all times.
Document all phone and resident contacts and make appropriate entries in correct logs to insure continuation of services and client accountability
Assess and meet physical needs of residents.
Oversee daily maintenance of program vehicle and submit appropriate reports.
Update daily travel log.
Pick-up and deliver agency related business and house supplies.
Remain on duty until relief coverage arrives. Facility may never be left with single staff coverage at any time.
Notify Supervisor or appropriate on call staff person in emergency situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None other than residents
Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate; $16 - $18
Comprehensive health insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement plan with employer match

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
The successful candidate must be successfully cleared by NJDOC and NJAC prior to employment commencement. Successful background driving record and criminal record clearances required at hire and/or at random in the future.
High school Diploma or G.E.D w/ 2years experience; Bachelors degree preferred
Relevant work experience with human service clients
Proficiency in written and verbal communication
Computer literate with prior experience utilizing a Windows environment and Microsoft Office
Ability to navigate and utilize MIS system

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS
Access to a currently registered vehicle and a valid drivers license
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The employee in this position will be required to climb stairs may be required to lift up to 50lbs. stand walk reach with arms and hands climb or balance use fingers stoop kneel crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely possess a valid drivers license must have use of an insured vehicle and have a satisfactory driving record.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ASSOCIATION PHILOSOPHY:
All Association employees must be committed to NJACs philosophy: To promote social justice and human dignity in the policies and institutions which govern offenders and victims of crime through educational legislative and rehabilitative programs.

The NJAC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin lawful political affiliation or group membership physical handicap age marital status sexual orientation prior involvement in the criminal justice system off the job lawful activities or physical appearance.

Required Experience:

Intern

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