Please encourage anyone you know who might be a good fit to
apply. Resumes and inquiries should be sent to Kristi Hofferber,
Director, Collinsville Faith in Action – khofferber@fiacollinsville.org.
Kristi is beginning to schedule interviews, so interested parties should get
their resumes to her soon. Job description is attached.
If applicant prefers, resume can be mailed to Kristi at
Collinsville Faith in Action, 233 North Seminary, Collinsville, IL
62234.
ANSWERS ON AGING SPECIALIST – FAITH IN ACTION
JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY:
Under supervision of Director, provide information and
assistance in accordance to guidelines, requirements, and standards established
through AgeSmart Community Resources. Services
shall be available not only to seniors but also to younger individuals with
disabilities. Paid time off and
benefits.
WORK SCHEDULE:
The position of Answers on Aging Specialist will be a full
time hourly position. The Answers on
Aging Specialist is expected to work regularly scheduled office hours as agreed
with the Director. The Answers on Aging
Specialist is expected to be available occasionally outside regular office
hours as needed to speak to community groups, attend senior fairs, or conduct
other similar outreach or enrollment events.
Time spent on such events in addition to regular office hours will be paid
at the regular hourly rate or time and a half if excess of 40 hours during the
given week.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide
Information on Opportunities and Services Available to Individuals Within
Their Communities
1. Access
specific information through the Elderly Services Program, networking,
research, websites, etc.
2. Maintain
files including current information on services locally available.
3. When
needed, make follow-up calls or call on behalf of the individual in need of a
service.
4. Respond
in a timely manner to all requests made.
5. Provide
in-home appointments for clients when needed.
Assist Seniors and
Their Families to Access and/or Enroll in Programs for Which They
are Eligible
1. Promote
Answers on Aging through public speaking, newsletter and newspaper articles,
distribution of promotional items, networking with other service providers,
etc.
2. Maintain
competence in enrollment procedures and requirements for Medicare Part D,
Benefits Access Program and other
publicly funded benefits for seniors.
3. Advocate
for individuals as needed.
Reporting
Requirements
1. Establish
and maintain data as required for all reporting requirements to prepare and
submit reports on a timely basis.
(Includes, but not limited to, AgeSmart Community Resources, ESP, SHIP,
SHAP, and United Way.)
2. Provide
written reports to Director and funders.
OTHER:
- Work cooperatively with
other staff members of Collinsville Faith
in Action.
- Develop and maintain
collegial relationships with others who provide services to seniors
and adults with disabilities.
- Confidentially maintain
client records.
Collinsville Faith in Action
QUALIFICATIONS,
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Knowledge and skill equivalent to completion
of four years of college, plus at least
one year of work
experience. High school education plus
six years of work experience,
including two or
more years in a related field, is acceptable.
Volunteer experience may
be considered
toward work experience.
2. Active member of local church, synagogue, or
faith-based congregation.
3. Demonstrated reliability and organization
skills.
4. Ability to deal patiently, politely, and
professionally with seniors, their families and
caregivers, and
others in person and by telephone.
5. Ability to make organized, informational
presentations and represent the program in the
community through public speaking and personal contact.
community through public speaking and personal contact.
6. Ability to set limits for self within
guidelines of the program.
7. Computer skills adequate to fulfill
requirements of the job. Includes, but
not limited to,
working
knowledge of Word, Website navigation, e-mail and Web-based reporting.
8. Ability to function on a professional level
with minimal supervision.
9. Ability to complete and maintain SHIP
certification.
10. Potential to pursue/maintain CIRS-A AIRS certification.
**All jobs with Collinsville Faith in Action require
reliable transportation as well as valid and
current driver’s license and auto insurance (minimum liability coverage of $100,000 per
individual/$300,000 per accident).
current driver’s license and auto insurance (minimum liability coverage of $100,000 per
individual/$300,000 per accident).
To apply,
submit the following documents to khofferber@fiacollinsville.org
or by mail: Collinsville Faith in Action Attn: Kristi Hofferber 233 N. Seminary
Collinsville, IL 62234
1.
Cover Letter
2.
Resume
3.
Salary Requirements
05/16/2016
Collinsville Faith in Action
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