Job Description
Job DescriptionAgency Overview:
Commonpoint is a multifaceted community center dedicated to sustaining and enhancing the quality of individual, family and communal life throughout New York City, offering services to people of all ages, ability levels, stages of life and backgrounds. We strive to meet the evolving needs of our community of over 100,000 members ranging from providing in-school and after-school programs, professional and career development, assistance with food insecurity, legal services, financial counseling, mental health services, classes for older adults, dementia care programs, and tax preparation assistance to name a few. Commonpoint has grown tremendously in the last five years and now has a mission-driven staff of 3,000 and over 80 sites in the five boroughs.
Program Description:
The Older Adult Center (OAC) at Bay Terrace serves community members over the age of 60. We provide opportunities for socialization, educational and recreational activities, exercise classes, discussion groups, and daily congregate lunch. Case assistance and supportive counseling services are also provided as well as outreach to the homebound through telephone reassurance calls and friendly visiting. The OAC is part of Commonpoint’s Older Adult Services Department which consists of two additional older adult centers, 3 NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) Supportive Services Programs, and programs for individuals experiencing memory loss and their family caregivers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Functions as part of a multidisciplinary team providing programs and services for adults aged 60+
- Meets with potential new members to explain services available at the Older Adult Center and other Commonpoint Older Adult Services Department programs, and recommends best programming to meet their interests and needs
- Registers new clients, completes initial and follow-up assessments, and documents accordingly in NYC Aging’s (formerly the Department for the Aging - DFTA) database (STARS Peer Place)
- Maintains updated member files in the database as well as paper charts, in accordance with NYC Aging’s standards and requirements
- Develops and maintains a resource file of current benefits, entitlements, services and programs relevant to the older adult population; assists with completion of applications and forms, and makes referrals as needed
- Creates and facilitates recreational, educational, cultural, socialization and/or support groups
- Conducts and documents outcomes of friendly visiting (home visits), telephone reassurance calls, in-person and telephonic information and referrals, and other case assistance activities
- Assists with the lunch program as needed
- Participates in program development, planning of special events, and contributes content for
the Older Adult Services’ departmental newsletter - Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Licensed or License-eligible Master’s Degree in Social Work and experience working with a geriatric population
- Knowledgeable about benefits and entitlements relative to older adults
- Experience utilizing Google Docs/Sheets and Microsoft Office applications
- Experience utilizing Zoom technology for virtual programming
- Food Handlers Certification preferred, but may also be obtained within the first 3 months of employment
- Ability to travel to multiple service sites within the agency, and to make home visits
- Ability to stand for one hour during meal service
- Active involvement as a supervisee in the supervision process
- Participation in all staff meetings and staff training seminars
- Support the mission and core values of Commonpoint
BENEFITS AND PERKS
The benefits package includes comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance, along with life
insurance and a pension plan. Employees can take advantage of a flexible spending account and
commuter benefits to help manage expenses. Paid time off (PTO) and floating holidays provide flexibility
for personal time and work-life balance. The agency also offers a voluntary 403(b) retirement plan for
additional financial security. Employees can enjoy various agency perks, including access to fitness
centers, pool clubs, and discounts on agency programs. Additionally, the agency supports professional
development through a scholarship program and a mentorship program.
JOB DETAILS
● Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours; some evening and weekend hours may be required for special events or initiatives, or during heat advisories when the Center operates as a cooling center
● A car and valid driver’s license is preferred, but not required
● This is a Union position
● Salary Range: $62,250 to $70,000 depending on licensure
● Location: Commonpoint Bay Terrace Center, Bayside, NY 11360
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter and resumé to Barbara Becker Bruno at bbeckerbruno@commonpoint.org.
Please indicate “Bay Terrace OAC Social Worker” in the subject line.
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer