Client Assessment Specialist (TEMP-TO-HIRE)

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION WITH POTENTIAL FOR PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Pay: $18.00 per hour

This position will be directly responsible for the referrals regarding potential MOW clients. Primary functions are also to include outreach, client eligibility/assessments, client education regarding funding, file maintenance, client counseling, nutrition education, and any other duties needed to support the daily operations of the Meals on Wheels Program.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Must have a valid Florida driver’s license.
• Must use personal vehicle to drive to clients' homes.
• Must have a current Motor Vehicle Record with no more than two (2) moving violations and no more than one (1) at fault accidents within the past three (3) years.
• No DUI’s or DWI’s reported within the last five (5) years.
• Must possess excellent communication and people skills.
• Must be organized and team oriented.
• Proficiency in computer programs, including Microsoft office.
• Attention to detail and data accuracy is a must.
• Must submit to Level 2 background screening, drug testing and National Sex Offender Public Registry screening.

Essential Functions:

• Make evaluations on referrals, determining eligibility per appropriate Nutrition program guidelines.
• Provide information and referral on clients needing additional social services.
• Act as liaison with other social service case managers/agencies for services.
• Verify services in place for 100% of deliveries made.
• Educate clients regarding client contribution opportunity.
• Handle client complaints when possible.
• Make eligibility re-determinations/assessments on schedule as required by funding agencies.
• Maintain client files and records/reports appropriate documentation to the correct funding sources.
• Provide outreach, nutrition education and public education as necessary, to make eligible individuals aware of their own needs and services available.
• Visit volunteer sites on a routine basis.
• Assist in the development of new volunteer satellite centers for delivery of meals.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Program Director MOW with monthly reports regarding funding and billing of services.
• Assist delivery drivers with contacting clients if there are any issues with their delivery.
• Assist Program Director with overall program operations.
• Cross train with other clerical/support to provide backup for other positions and departments to provide continuity for all Aging True operations.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Due to circumstances that may arise, overtime maybe required at times. In all cases, overtime must be pre-approved by your supervisor.
• Requires visiting potential MOW clients in their homes to complete assessments/referrals almost on a daily basis.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Requires sitting at a computer for up to eight hours a day.
• The person in this position will occasionally (takes up to one-third of their time) to move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with clients who have inquiries or questions. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Lifting capability of 25 to 50 pounds

Anyone with these skills who is interested in a challenging and highly rewarding work experience where every day provides an opportunity for growth, is encouraged to submit their resume.

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