AgeOptions is committed to improving the quality of life and maintaining the dignity of older persons and those who care about them. AgeOptions is a not-for-profit corporation designated by the Illinois Department on Aging as the Area Agency on Aging for suburban Cook County. As a catalyst for connecting older persons and caregivers to resources and service options, we are nationally recognized for our innovative programming, networking with community based senior service agencies, and advocacy efforts on behalf of older persons. These positions are located at the AgeOptions office in Oak Park, IL.
Under the leadership of the Manager of Community & Agency Relations, and directly reporting to the Employment Specialist, the Title V Program Aide is responsible for assisting with the activities of the Title V Senior Community Service Employment Program. This includes coordination with a wide range of senior services, focusing on employment issues. This is a part-time 28 hours per week job, at a rate of $8.00/hour (state minimum wage). Please see eligibility requirements for this position (page 2) before applying.
Training Duties
TITLE V/EMPLOYMENT
Responsible for assisting with the following Title V activities, including eligibility determination, payroll information, contractual agreements with participants, record keeping of individual participant files, and documents regarding compliance with program requirements.
Follows up with participants, host site supervisors, and other inquiries via phone and email.
Maintains paper files and does data entry.
Assists with recruitment, selection, certification and placement of the Title V SCSEP participants.
Answers questions about the program to potential applicants.
Represents Title V program and serves as model Title V participant.
Assists with following up with each participant on his/her success with the Individual Employment Plan.
Other Duties
On an annual basis, reviews the Aging Resource Center records for the following categories: Employment Services. Aging Resource staff will issue the surveys and enter data. The Title V Program Aide will review data and make suggested content changes. Other duties as assigned.
Connections
Works with the following external partners:
Illinois Department on Aging
Title V Host Sites
Title V/SCSEP Participants
IETCs (One-Stops), National Able Network and other Employment Programs
Works with the following Area Agency staff on collaborative issues:
Accounting Manager on Worker Reimbursements
Eligibility Requirements
Must meet age (55+)
Must be unemployed
Income (125% of the established federal poverty level)
Residency requirements (suburban Cook County) specified as part of the AgeOptions on Agings Title V grant.
Qualifications
Education and Expertise
High School graduate with two years of office or business related experience.
Knowledge and Ability
Ability to deal effectively with clients from a wide range of backgrounds.
Ability to work cooperatively with host agencies.
Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of/ability to learn programs and benefits for seniors.
Knowledge in special project area.
Knowledge of office software, including Microsoft Office.
Interested persons please e-mail resume to HR@AgeOptions.org or Fax to 708-524-0870, or mail to HR 1048 Lake Street, Suite 300, Oak Park, IL 60301. EOE, must be 55+ years old to apply. No phone calls please.
- Location: Oak Park, IL
- This is a part-time job.
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