In-Community Program Specialist

SUMMARY:

Provide community In-Home services/assistance to seniors of the senior center.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Ensure accurate inputting of case notes and other pertinent older adult information in the Department for the Aging’s, Senior Tracking Accounting Recording System (STARS) daily.
Ensures senior safety in their homes as required by Fire Department of New York (FDNY).
Performs In-Home services to eligible members and homebound seniors.
Assist older adults with set-up of zoom link and encourage them to attend virtual activities for social engagement
Maintains and complies with the standards set by Department for the Aging (DFTA) and Department of Health & Mental Hygiene including, city, state, federal governing guidelines.
Reports potential unsafe conditions to the In-Home Coordinator immediately.
Keeps accurate and up-to-date records in a neat and organized manner.
Maintains up-to-date resource files, materials and contact information.
Maintains accurate display of benefits and resources of information on bulletin boards and designated area.
Conducts Outreach of In-Home services at center.
Meets all deadlines of the assigned duties:
In- Home Activity Calendar
Monthly Units of Service
First Aid, AED, CPR
Maintains and meet all unit targets and goals.
Keep all records including enrollment reports and monetary contributions
Plans and coordinates through the Activities Specialist, recreational, social, educational, and health activities for In-Home services.
Maintains an accurate list of support linkage groups.
Refers seniors to social services support linkages by providing case assistance, and- information and referral.
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Must receive/obtain First Aid, CPR, AED training.
Must have a valid Driver’s License with a clean Abstract
HS Diploma or equivalent and experience working with the Older Adult population.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervise all volunteers/ consultants in the In-Home services department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package that supports the overall health of our staff to include:

15 Vacation days Annually
12 Sick Days
Floating Holiday 1 annually
401K retirement plan with 3% match after 90 days of employment
Medical Benefits after 30 days of employment with Cigna
Dental/Vision eligible after 90 days of employment
Access to Gym/Weight Room
Access to Boxing Ring
Short Term DIsability
Life, Accidental Insurance available through Aflac
Transit Chek for commuting expenses
Legal Shield for legal services
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) participants