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Cortland County Aging Services Worker in Cortland, New York
CORTLAND COUNTY PERSONNEL/CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT60 Central AvenueCortland, NY 13045607-753-5076https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/263/Personnel-Civil-ServiceNOTICE OF JOB VACANCYJob Title: Aging Services WorkerThe work involves responsibility for providing program information to senior citizens, assisting them in completing applications for various assistance programs and providing various other service components of the Area Agency on Aging. The work is distinguished from that of Aging Services Specialist in that the incumbent has fewer assessment duties and responsibilities. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Aging Services Coordinator and/or Aging Services Specialist. Does related work as requiredWork Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, with benefitsSalary: $17.8794-22.6307/HR (CSEA Union)Location: Cortland County Office for AgingStatus: Competitive, provisionalBenefits: New York State Retirement System, Low Deductible Health Insurance Plan, Generous Paid Time Off Including 13 Paid Holidays, Tuition Assistance available after one year of employment. Position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:(a)Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate’s Degree or higher in human services or related field; OR(b)Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma and two (2) years of experience providing services to individuals in a human services field; OR(c)An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:1.Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience may be prorated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.2.Possession of a valid New York State driver’s license is required. Failure to maintain a NYS driver’s license including driving privileges throughout employment will result in disciplinary action or dismissal.NOTE: Degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If the degree was awarded by an educational institution outside of the United States and its territories, applicant must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Applicants must pay the required evaluation fee.Pre-employment screenings required.SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO THE ADDRESS ABOVE OR EMAIL TO: pers-app@cortlandcountyny.govApplication: https://www.cortlandcountyny.gov/266/JobExam-ApplicationAPPROVED APPLICATIONS WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE OFFICE FOR AGING UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.Cortland County is committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage those with similar values to apply.
Minimum Salary: 17.8794 Maximum Salary: 22.6307 Salary Unit: Hourly