THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION FOR A CONTRACT ASSIGNMENT FOR 90 DAYS.
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.
The hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm.
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.
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Patient demographics:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person