Community Program Specialist (In-Community Program Specialist)

Under supervision of the Supervisor of the Senior Services program, 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.
• Develops alternative solutions with the In-Home Coordinator.
• Works with Leadership in program planning and development.

Qualifications:

- Must receive/obtain First Aid, CPR, AED training.

- Must have a valid Driver’s License with a clean Abstract

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $47,000