Aging in Place Coordinator

Job Title: 

Aging In Place Coordinator 

Summary: 

Under supervision of the Assistant Director of the Senior Services program, coordinate all In-Community services of the older adult center network. Oversight of all funded and non- funded services provided to older adult participants.

Reporting Relationship: 

Reports to the Assistant Director of Older Adults Services 

Schedule: 

Monday - Friday 9AM - 5PM 

Location: 

This position will be based out of Golden Phoenix Adult Center location 1 but may have to transport to other sites 

Position Type: 

Fulltime, Non Exempt 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: 

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

• Maintains proper oversight of the stocking and re-stocking of supplies for the program.

• Coordinates the planning of in-community services such as:

  Benefits & entitlements

 Case Assistants

  Shopping Assistance

  Chore Services

  Friendly Visiting

  Telephone Reassurance.

•  Manages a robust Evidence -Based program for Caregiver and Behavioral Health supports for families at home.

• Maintains and complies with the standards set by Department for the Aging (DFTA) and Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) including, city, state, federal governing guidelines.

• Ensures in-home, older adult safety as required by the Fire Department of New York (FDNY)

• Supervising and training of volunteers and staff of In-Home services

• Supervise In-Home Program Specialist(s) with their dutie

• Reports potential unsafe conditions to the Assistant Director in a timely manner

• Assures the accurate and up-to-date required documentation of records are kept in a neat and       organized manner. 

• Weekly observance of STARS data for accuracy.

• Supervises the daily input of case notes; and updating of senior information in the STARS system.

• Meets all deadlines of the assigned duties 

• Activity Calendar for Homebound participants

• Monthly Units of Service data report

• Monthly In- Community program report

• Maintains and ensures that all unit targets and goals are met by staff.

• Submits all unit sheets documentation to a Data Specialist daily.

• Conducts weekly case meeting to properly follow-up items for seniors to efficiently manage in their homes.

• Create and maintain an accurate list of support linkage groups and collaborative contacts.

• Oversees that older adults are referred to virtual activities and other resources for social engagement.

• Manages all In-Community staff and programming across the Elmcor Network.

• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner for their department.

• Develops alternative solutions with the Assistant Director and/or the Director.

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.

• Must receive/obtain a Food Protection License from the Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, and receive a copy of their State guidelines. These guidelines must be followed at all times.

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

• Must receive/obtain Certificate of Gerontology

• Must have valid Driver’s License

• Must have a High School Diploma with 5+ years’ experience in senior services or related field in a managerial capacity

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

Directly supervise all volunteers and staff in the In-Community department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws

BENEFITS: 

15 Vacation Days (Accrued to be used after Probationary period)

12 Sick Days (3 per quarter)

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 Check for commuting expenses 

Legal Shield for legal services  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) participant

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in your community?