Program Coordinator-Caregiver Respite; Deaf component

Position: Program Coordinator-Caregiver Respite (Deaf component)
Location: City of Rochester

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.

STATUS

Non-exempt Part Time (16 Hours per week)

HOURLY RATE

Up to $23.00

Summary

Lead staff for development and on‑going work for the Partners in Caring deaf program component. Responsible for the recruitment, screening, orientation, training and recognition of deaf or ASL fluent volunteers for the Finger Lakes Caregiver Institute Partners in Caring Respite Program. Maintains volunteer records and manages volunteer database. Works with the Respite Team in matching volunteers with families. Provides oversight and support to the FLCI volunteers.

Assesses safety and eligibility of the person living with dementia /family caregivers to receive non‑medical companion care/respite. Provides ongoing support to caregivers receiving a FLCI volunteer.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Arrange and conduct community presentations for visibility of FLCI Partners in Caring deaf respite program component and recruitment of deaf and ASL fluent volunteers.
• Conduct outreach to community groups, faith communities, and volunteer organizations.
• Recruit, coach, train and monitor respite volunteers who are deaf and/or fluent in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Maintain an acceptable level of active volunteers for the program.
• Meet, screen and orient individual volunteer applicants. Conduct and schedule volunteer orientation and training.
• Provide ongoing support for volunteers, including counseling, periodic check‑ins and answering questions.
• Gather and maintain data and files regarding volunteers and care receivers, and program files.
• Utilize Excel, Peer Place, and Better Impact databases.
• Process volunteer hours and mileage, including data entry. Support volunteers in use of the Better Impact Database.
• Provide reports as required – both computerized and manual.
• Coordinate volunteer recognition program for all FLCI volunteers.
• Assist in preparation of newsletters and other outreach to volunteers and partners.
• Assist in ongoing program and volunteer surveys.
• Conduct assessments of people living with dementia and their family caregivers for non‑medical respite care in‑homes of clients.
• Provide ongoing support to family caregivers receiving FLCI volunteers, including appropriate resource referrals.
• Maintain up‑to‑date professional knowledge of the geriatric field, with special focus on Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

RequirementsQUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in social work, Human Service or related field—or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE

Knowledge of community resources and experience working in volunteerism is helpful. Experience working with the deaf population. Knowledge of and experience working with people who have Alzheimer’s Disease/dementia is a plus. Volunteer recruitment and management experience is a plus.

REQUIRED

Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL).

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Must be able to multi‑task in a busy environment with attention to detail.
• Work is performed at a desk or a personal computer station.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary.
• Excellent verbal, written and telephone communication skills required.
• Must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Some standing during group presentations, outreach events and professional development.
• Computer skills (MS Office). Database and Excel experience preferred.
• Ability to complete reports utilizing basic math and Excel skills.
• Ability to travel by car; must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain composure under deadlines.
• Ability to work inclusively with diverse people and situations.

Lifespan Offers Great Benefits Including

• Accrued time will be pro‑rated based up 16 hours.
• Vacation (21 days).
• Sick (10 days).
• Personal Time (3 days).
• Holidays (11).
• Salary/Hourly Rate.
• Multiple factors will be considered for salary/hourly determination including years of relevant service, skills required, education, and internal equity.

EEO Statement

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

Open until Filled

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