About this opportunity
County of Mecklenburg, NC lists this Social Services Program Tech - Senior Nutrition (Temp/PRN As Needed) opportunity in charlotte, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
FollowYour Calling, Find Your Career!!
Please applyby: Open until filled.
Salary/Pay: $20.00 per hour. This is a non-exempt (hourly) position.
At MecklenburgCounty, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are withsupport, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you.We're counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg Countybecome even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience foryourself, and a better working world for all.
TheMecklenburg County Department of Child, Family, & Adult Services strives tostrengthen families and communities through a safety-net of services,collaborations, and hope. Our vision is to define and cultivate anorganizational culture that is more compassionate and understanding toward eachother and our clients.
Services ForAdults (SFA) is a part of the Adult Services Division of the Mecklenburg CountyDepartment of Child, Family, & Adult Services. The division is responsiblefor three main program areas: Adult Social Work Services, the Senior CitizensNutrition Program, and the Mecklenburg Transportation System (MTS).
Position Specific Information
This position will be responsible for providing "as needed PRN" support and coverage to Senior Nutrition meal site managers. This is a great opportunity to see the Senior Nutrition program and understand Senior Nutrition sites and services.
Duties will include client registrations, assessments, meal distribution and facilitating activities for social engagement.
This is a 15-19 hours per week as needed position Monday - Friday, to provide coverage at Senior Nutrition meal sites. Schedule flexibility and availability a must!! There is not a guaranteed certain number of hours from week to week.
Hours may vary based on the level of coverage needed. Hours are approximately 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM (with flexibility required), working 4-5 hours within that timeframe depending on the needs of the site/location.
The opportunity could work well for someone with schedule flexibility seeking additional income, transitioning into retirement, or anyone looking to stay engaged in meaningful work while maintaining flexibility.
Due to business needs this position will NOT be converted into a regular full time position.
Position Summary
Conduct and coordinate educational programs in an assigned area within the social services department. This position, under direct supervision, teaches educational classes, conducts program related research, implements programs or projects as directed, and provides referral services to customers.
Essential Functions
Conduct educational programs related to the human services field
Determine if referrals are appropriate and whether clients are eligible for sponsored programs
Implement, coordinate and monitor programs and projects related to human services
Provide internal and external customer service
Implement various programs or projects
Provide referral services to customers
Coordinate volunteers
May be required to staff shelters in the event of a disaster
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of one year of related experience
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? N/A
Licenses and Certifications:
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of computers and technical skills, including database navigation.
Experience with Senior Adult population preferred.
Experience teaching and/or presenting to large groups.
Experience with Food Safety and Food Service.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of
Research methods and practices
Modern office practices and procedures
Skills
Possessing strong communication skills
Managing multiple tasks concurrently
Abilities
Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintain good working relationships
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas though a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Formal Presentations: Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience
Managing Work: Effectively managing one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Computer Skills
Familiar with applicable computer programs
Work Environment
Works in an office setting with moderate noise
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28245, US
Who can apply
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