Respite Coordinator-WNY State

Lifespan • Belmont, NY • 11h ago

Belmont, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Belmont+NY+USA+14618)

Description

Lifespan is a trusted, mission-driven, regional nonprofit dedicated to helping older adults take on the challenges and opportunities of longer life. We are a great place to work where staff can grow personally and professionally in a supportive and inclusive environment.

HOURLY RATE:Up to $22.00 per hour

STATUS:Non-Exempt (37.5 hours a week)

The WNY State Respite Coordinator is responsible for outreach to all agencies who serve caregivers of a person 60+ in the following counties:Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, and Wyoming Counties.State Respite services provide infrequent and temporary substitute care or supervision for adults who are frail or have disabilities.

The goals of the State Respite Program are to:

Provide caregivers with relief and support from the physical, emotional, and mental stress associated with caregiving

Allow caregivers time to address their own personal needs

Support individuals in remaining in their communities by preventing or delaying institutionalization

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Information and assistance to caregivers

· Support and coordinate training for respite program volunteers

· Oversee established respite sites in the region

· Case management for persons 60+

· Outreach to organizations and caregivers

· Promote the Erie County Social Adult Day group respite voucher program.

Assists the NYSCRC Director with gathering and maintaining updated data and files relating to the State Respite deliverables and outcomes.

Maintains efficient operation and facilitates respite provider training.

Maintains data and files regarding information and assistance and case management, including computerized database and hard copy files.

Provides the NYSCRC Director with support generating respite site records and reports.

Arrange and conduct presentations for visibility of NYSCRC Vouchers, the Nationa lRespite Care Provider Training, Respite Registry and Faith Based Respite sites.

Conducts outreach to community groups, faith communities, volunteer organizations, including group presentations and tabling events to raise awareness of programs.

Provides administrative support to NYSCRC Director as required.

Participates in/assists with Faith Based Respite Programs in WNY.

Assists in preparation of newsletters and other outreach to volunteers and partners.

Assists in ongoing program evaluation.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:Associates Degree, BS or BA or equivalent combination of education and experience

EXPERIENCE:Knowledge of community resources and experience working in volunteerism helpful

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

· Must be able to work independently as this is a remote position

· Strong interpersonal skills necessary

· Excellent verbal, written and telephone communication skills required.

· Computer skills (MS Office,) Docuware, Microix and strong Excel skills a plus

· Work is performed at a desk or personal computer station

· Ability to work in multi-cultural situations

·Must have reliable transportation - much of work is performed offsite

· Ability to work independently.

Lifespan offers great benefits including:

If working 37.5 hours, the following benefits are available

Vacation (21 days)

Sick (10 days)

Personal Time (3 Days)

Holidays (11)

Medical Insurance (3 options)

Dental Insurance (2 options)

Vision (2 options)

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account with company contribution

403(b) Retirement Program

Hybrid Work Schedule may be available after successfully completing the probationary period

If working less than 37.5 hours, accrued time is pro-rated.

Salary/Hourly Rate

Multiple factors will be considered for salary/hourly determination including, years of relevant service, skills required, education, and internal equity,

Lifespan is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity/expression or any other protected characteristic. Lifespan will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical and mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities.

Deadline to Apply: Open until Filled

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