Uncommon Threads Program Assistant

Job Title: Program Assistant

Department: Uncommon Threads

Reports to: Program Director

Hours: Part-Time (18 hours per week)

Type: In-Person Role

FLSA: Non-Exempt

A. Overview

Founded in 2016 Uncommon Threads is an innovative nonprofit dedicated to empowering women through the transformative power of clothing. Based in Lawrence MA we help low-income women rebuild confidence self-esteem and hope through personal styling quality clothing peer support and self-esteem workshops. Since our founding we have served more than 20000 women and continue to expand our reach and impact.

The Program Assistant willassistin overseeing program operationsstrengtheningand expanding programmingandprovideclient support as a liaison between Uncommon Threads and our referring agencies.

The ideal candidate isorganized with excellent verbal and written skills bilingual (Spanish/English) and a self-starter who is a flexible compassionate and a responsible team player. This isa great opportunityto work with the community in a warm and supportive environment committed to making a difference in the lives of women in the Merrimack Valley area.

B. Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assistin the coordination of daily operations relatedto clientcalls in-person wardrobe styling sessions Threads toGo (TTG) as well as special programs suchas;Bundle Up emergency clothing services and womens empowerment workshops.
• Oversee scheduling ofclient sessions andconductingconfirmation calls.
• Work withthevolunteer coordinator to complete scheduled sessions.
• Shareavailablecommunityresources with clients.
• Send communicationregardingconfirmation ofTTGservices to clients.
• Assistwithstylingof clients.
• Translateforclientswhen needed.
• Complete data entry of survey data client dataetc. With accuracy.
• Occasionallysupportoperations coordinatorwith tasks such assorting hangingandinventoryintakes.
• Other duties as assigned or requested by the Director.

C. Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to fluently speak and write in both English and Spanish languages.
• Knowledge of fashion principles and trends or have the desire to learn.
• Excellent computer skills using platforms such as Google Microsoft Officeandotherbasicdatabaseknowledge.
• Ability to buildrelationshipswithin thecommunity andapplicablesocial networks.

D. Preferred Qualifications

• Creativethinkerwho canthinkout of the boxforsocial mediamarketing strategies that will foster client and community connection.
• Canva or basic graphic designskills.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• This is a (Part-time) 18hours per week non-exempt position with a pay of $21.82per hour commensurate upon experience.
• Employees working 30 hours or more per work are eligible for competitive health vision and dental insurance fully paid life & long-term disability insurance as well as a generous Earned Time Off policy of 4 weeks & 13 paid holidays per year!
• Employees working below 30 hours per week are eligible to accrue Paid Sick Time beginning on your first day of employment in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• An opportunity to work with and learn from a team of dedicated passionate individuals in a diverse environment that serves children youth and adults.

ABOUT FAMILY SERVICES OF THE MERRIMACK VALLEY

Family Services is a non-profit social service organization located in Lawrence MA. The organization helps more than 7000 people in the Merrimack Valley each year through 20 programs focused on youth development parent education and emotional health. All of its services are infused with a sense of hope and possibility and enable individuals to thrive in their family community workplace and school. For more information please visit . FSMV is an equal opportunity employer.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates please apply at .