DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Arranges for, or refers clients in need of assistance for services such as transportation, homecare, meals on wheels, Medicare, Medicaid, housing, etc.
• Provides information about health, welfare, education, and recreational services available to older adults.
• Assists the director in developing appropriate group programs and works with committees.
• Attends in-service training and staff meetings.
• Interprets the Agency’s program to members.
• Serves as a substitute in the director’s absence.
• Works closely with community agencies to meet the needs of clients and to publicize the center’s programs.
• Answers telephone inquiries and acts as a troubleshooter, referring calls as required.
• Utilizing a computer, and word processor, prepares letters, reports, flyers, etc.
• Collates and records statistical data.
• Collects and counts cash; issues and records receipts and prepares bank deposits.
• Maintains petty cash accounts.
• Calls in orders to food vendors and other suppliers.
• Assists in maintaining inventory of food and supplies.
• Provides staff coverage on participant trips.
• Staff "Cooling Centers" or other necessary responses for older adult center members when ordered by City funders; may require working extended hours during the week or weekends.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate, two years college or AA Degree preferred.
• Knowledge of, or willing to learn, Kashrut.
• Prior group leadership experience.
• Good writing/ record-keeping skills and the ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• May require heavy lifting including setting up tables, moving chairs, and other room set-ups for programs; climbing stairs may be required.
• May be required to work evenings and/ or weekends.
• Knowledge of Yiddish/ Russian/ Spanish/ Patois may be helpful.
• Understanding and appreciation of the roles of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual preference, and individual values as they relate to serving clients and families.
• May assist in meal preparation and serving.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License preferred.

SUBJECT TO REVIEW FOR PURPOSES OF ADA

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