Office Manager en Community Access

Founded in 1974, Community Access continues to uphold and operate as a pioneer of supportive housing and social services in NYC for people with mental health concerns. We proudly lead advocacy efforts that rally our community to promote human rights, social justice, and economic opportunities for all. We are built upon the simple truth that people are experts in their own lives. Our programs are spread across 25 locations and include over 1200 units of supportive housing in three boroughs, the Howie the Harp Advocacy Center, Peer-driven Crisis Respite Center, Adult Home Initiative, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and the Intensive Mobile Team (IMT). 

Program/Department Description

The Office Services & Purchasing Department provides the main office of Community Access; mail and messenger services; office maintenance; maintenance of agency directories; internal communication management; and transportation. The department is also responsible for providing full-scope Procurement services, for all equipment, supplies and services, agency-wide. Works in conjunction with the IT and Facilities Departments.

Position Overview

The Office Manager is a highly detail-oriented, friendly and outgoing team player. This person thrives on creating order, and on getting all the details right so that each member of the team can do their best work. The Office Manager works with the entire staff, supporting program management, and coordinating events. This position works most closely with the Office Services & Purchasing Manager particularly in respect to bookkeeping, financial accountability, administrative assistance, and office management.

Job Qualifications 

• Have an understanding, appreciation, and commitment to the philosophy and mission of Community Access. 
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) - Bachelor’s degree in related field, preferred, but not required. 
• Previous experience and as Office Manager or Office Services position. 
• Possess basic knowledge of accounting principles. 
• Ability to utilize and understand various computer programs, specifically Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, Word and any other proprietary programs we will introduce. 
• Strong Spreadsheet/Excel skills, Smartsheet experience is a plus 
• Any familiarity with FYLE and Procurement Express is a plus. 
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to multitask.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
• Be creative and flexible. 
• Show initiative and be responsible for follow through. 
• Ability to maintain confidential information, as related to position. 
• Experience working in supportive housing a plus.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. 

Interested candidates should apply on www.communityaccess.org/jobs. 

Community Access is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V.  

Women, People of Color and Members of the LGBT community are strongly

encouraged to apply. 

We are dedicated to a workforce where at least 51% of our employees identify as 

having a personal experience using mental health services.www.communityaccess.org