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ON-CALL SENIOR DINING SITE MANAGER Posted: 03/17/2023
NATURE OF WORK
The On-Call Senior Dining Site Manager position is a Fair Labor Standards Non-Exempt position under the direct supervision of the Community Services Director. A person in this position acts in accordance with specific plans and instructions established by the Community Services Department. A person in this class performs routine work preparing sites for meals and activities. Every employee is required to adhere to Council on Aging of West Florida policies and procedures and abide by strictly defined instructions, rules and regulations.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage site for Senior Dining Program, overseeing serving a catered noon-meal to program participants
- Preparation of the dining site, including working with facilities staff to maintain cleanliness and setting up tables and place settings daily
- Maintain food safety standards, including reporting any discrepancies in food delivery and supplies to the Community Services Manager
- Accept donations in the agency’s locked box on behalf of the Council on Aging and deliver to the Community Services Manager weekly
- Oversee reservations, including completion of daily meal order and turning in reservation records weekly
- Complete intake and termination forms for site participants
- Recruit, supervise and complete paperwork for volunteers
- Build rapport and public awareness in the local community
- Oversee site activities, including leading, organizing and promoting, as well as assisting the Activities Supervisor when visiting.
- Attend quarterly trainings and recruit participants for Menu Reviews and Nutrition Advisory Council
- Act with ethics and integrity, maintaining confidentiality and privacy of agency and consumer information
- Responsible for oversight of meals and assisting Meals on Wheels volunteers, if dining site is or becomes a Meals on Wheels pick up location. May also perform duties of a Meals-on-Wheels Driver when required.
BASIC TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or GED
- Good communication, verbal and math skills
- Work experience with a concentration in nutrition and/or activities preferred
- Ability to relate to and interact with the elderly and disabled
- Special understanding of the needs and limitations of the elderly and disabled
- Ability to coordinate and lead activities
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to complete reports
- Must be a team player
Positions located within the Council on Aging of West Florida, Inc. require a valid Florida driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, dependable automobile, drug/alcohol testing and successful completion of Level II background screening, and proof of COVID-19 vaccinations as a condition of employment.
Council on Aging of West Florida is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other legally protected class.
HOURS: M-F, 15 hours/week, no nights or weekends SALARY: $15/hour plus mileage reimbursement
APPLY AT 875 ROYCE STREET OR ON-LINE AT www.coawfla.org. COMPLETED AGENCY APPLICATION REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION.
POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED
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SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR INTERIM POSITIONPosted: 03/03/2023
The Social Services Director position is a Fair Labor Standards Act salaried/exempt position under the direct supervision of the President/CEO. The nature of this position includes negotiating with sub-contractors for delivery of services and determining guidelines in the framework of existing policies. Considerable judgment in the frame of professional and technical knowledge must be exercised daily. Initiative and original thinking are often required to find new approaches and methods of service delivery. Employee must use discretion and independent judgment on matters of significance.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Overall administration of the Social Services Department including personnel management in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties
- Monitor and evaluate case management, case aide, and screening/assessment including compliance with funding source guidelines
- Conduct training for new social services staff members including in-services trainings
- Monitor case manager productivity levels to ensure set standards are achieved
- Oversee and maintain all department records within funding source requirements; including care plan cost, reviews, quality assurance monitoring requirements and monthly reporting
- Maintain service authorizations and spending in compliance with funding limitations to prevent overspending or to make necessary changes between funding programs
- Provide service provision (units of services) within approved program budgets in coordination with the Executive Vice-President
- Responsible for care plan compliance within funding source guidelines
- Monitor Adult Protective Services referrals for appropriate action and response
- Assist in the preparation of grant applications and budgets
- Make public appearances on behalf of the Council on Aging of West Florida
- Investigate community resoures for effective service delivery
- Submit board reports for bi-monthly Board of Director's meetings
BASIC TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology or related field
- Four years of experience in a social service or health-related field preferred
- A Master's Degree in social work or a related field may be substituted for two years of required experience
- Experience in direct supervision and management required
- Knowledge and experience in managing grant projects preferred
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to complete reports
- Ability to delegate tasks and monitor results
- Excellent communication and public speaking skills to address large groups
- Ability to relate to and interact with the elderly and disabled
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft office products to include Word, Excel, TEAMS
Position located within the Council on Aging require a valid Florida driver's license, proof of car insurance, dependable automobile, drug/alcohol testing, successful completion of Level II background screening, and proof of COVID vaccinations as a condition of employment.
Council on Aging is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
SALARY: $62,400 plus excellent benefit package including paid holidays, PTO, health, life, dental, vision and 403(b) retirement benefits
POSITION HAS THE POTENTIAL FOR PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT
HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY, 8 AM TO 5 PM
Apply on-line at www.coawfla.org. Completed agency application and resume required for consideration.
POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
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CASE MANAGER - Immediate OpeningPosted: 12/05/2022
NATURE OF WORK
The Case Manager position is a Fair Labor Standards Non-Exempt professional position under the direct supervision of the Social Services Director. A person in this position receives referrals, develops care plans, reviews care plans with professionals and consumers and ensures proper documentation is made and maintained in a timely manner. A person in this position acts in accordance with specific plans and instructions established by the Social Services Department. This position necessitates professional judgment and intuition to find new approaches and methods of service delivery in both Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties. Every employee is required to adhere to Council on Aging of West Florida policies and procedures and abide by strictly defined instructions, rules and regulations.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Identify physical and emotional needs of aging adults through an interview and assessment process
- Provide case management for agency consumers in accordance with appropriate funding sources
- Develop a care plan with aging adults for services addressing identified needs
- Arrange and coordinate agreed upon services
- Monitor the quality and effectiveness of services to ensure a positive impact on the identified needs necessitating service
- Assume role of “gatekeeper” in the community care system, assisting aging adults in meeting needs through linkages with an array of community-based services and resources
- Conduct assessments, case reviews and reassessments to identify and address the aging adults continuing and changing needs within available agency and community resources
- Assure full coordination of services provided by various agencies/vendors and individuals
- Ensure appropriate use of funding sources in the provision of services
- Prepare care plans, case notes, assessment forms and other similar reports/documentation
- Monitor caseload records for accuracy and completeness according to agency and Florida Department of Elder Affairs standards
- Interact with various local/state agencies and internal personnel from all departments
- Provide services throughout Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties including rural areas
- Arranges support services for caregivers when appropriate and counsel with them regarding the stresses of being a caregiver and attendance and participation in available support group and/or training opportunities
- Assist walk-ins and telephone consumer with information, referrals/resources and community care closet items
- Assist in the coordination of special projects, such as seasonal weatherization programs
- Other duties as assigned by the Social Services Director
(NOTE: These examples are intended as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position).
BASIC TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology, nursing, gerontology or related field
- Two years of experience in a social service or health-related field preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of community resources and service delivery programs
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to complete reports
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to relate to and interact with the elderly and disabled, their caregivers and service providers
- Ability to locate consumer residences
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office products to include Word and Excel
- Position requires successful completion of Department of Elder Affairs Case Management and Care Plan Training
Positions located within the Council on Aging of West Florida, Inc. require a valid Florida driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, dependable automobile, drug/alcohol testing, successful completion of Level II background screening, and proof of COVID vaccinations as a condition of employment.
Council on Aging of West Florida is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Drug Free Workplace
Completed agency application and resume required for consideration. Position open until filled.
HOURS: M - F, 40 hours/week
SALARY RANGE: $16 - $20/hour based on education and experience, excellent benefit package including paid time off, holiday pay, mileage reimbursement, retirement benefits
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