What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Outreach Worker position at JCEO | Joint Council for Economic Opportunity of Clinton and Franklin Counties, Inc.?
JCEO is a private, not-for-profit Community Action Agency that has been serving Clinton and Franklin Counties in New York State since 1966. Through a comprehensive list of services, JCEO offers a helping hand to the working poor, the elderly, the sick, and the disadvantaged. Our legacy is defined by our staff and volunteers' unwavering dedication to enhancing the lives of our neighbors, creating an environment where those in need actively engage in their pursuit for self-sufficiency.
The Senior Outreach Worker identifies isolated or home-bound seniors and provides or locates services that allow them to maintain their independence.
Full time, Non-Exempt Position
Location: Remote Work from Home - Must Reside in Morrisonville, Schuyler Falls, Peru, or Keeseville
Hourly Rate of Pay: $19.05
Benefits
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and, six months of related experience and/or training; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
The employee in this position must possess and maintain a valid New York State driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. As a condition of employment, employees in positions requiring driving will be enrolled in the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles License Event Notification Service (LENS) program.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities
JCEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department at 518-561-6310 or via email at hr@jceo.org.
The Senior Outreach Worker identifies isolated or home-bound seniors and provides or locates services that allow them to maintain their independence.
Full time, Non-Exempt Position
Location: Remote Work from Home - Must Reside in Morrisonville, Schuyler Falls, Peru, or Keeseville
Hourly Rate of Pay: $19.05
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan
- North Country Chamber of Commerce Discounts
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Locates seniors in need of service through outreach, community programs, and other sources.
- Provides information about services, benefits, and entitlements available for seniors.
- Links clients with service providers and community resources.
- Provides case assistance, including advocacy and collaboration with other service agencies.
- Remains knowledgeable about changes in services effecting seniors.
- Submits monthly reports, including input of services into Captain and OFA Data programs on a timely basis.
- Travel required within service areas.
- Attends all required staff meetings and training.
- Complies with all health and safety regulations.
- Performs all duties in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of the Joint Council for Economic Opportunity, Inc.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and, six months of related experience and/or training; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
The employee in this position must possess and maintain a valid New York State driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. As a condition of employment, employees in positions requiring driving will be enrolled in the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles License Event Notification Service (LENS) program.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities
JCEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department at 518-561-6310 or via email at hr@jceo.org.
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