Program Director - Outreach

TITLE: Program Director - Outreach

TYPE: Full Time

TIME: 40 Hours/week

STATUS: Exempt

ORGANIZATION: Aitkin County CARE Inc., Aitkin, MN 56431

Aitkin County CARE, Inc.’s purpose is to enhance and promote the independence, dignity, value and well-being of aging adults, adults managing disabilities, and caregivers.

Aitkin County CARE Inc. partners with local government, businesses, nonprofits and the community to provide innovative and quality services.

Qualifications

· Associates Degree in communications, healthcare or other human services related or equivalent experience

· Valid Driver’s license with proof of auto insurance

· Excellent communication (written and oral) skills with aging adults

· Knowledge in family caregiving, care of aging person, home and community-based services, publicly funded programs and person-centered planning philosophy and processes

· Demonstrates ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate professional judgment based on best practices, ethical and legal considerations

· Demonstrates ability and knowledge in respecting the history, traditions, values and family systems of clients

· Must have a strong desire to assist and support organizations which collaborate with the older population

· Positive attitude and desire to work in a team approach setting

· Must be able to lift 50 pounds

· Must be willing to travel throughout Aitkin County

· Must be willing to complete training to become an IdentoGO representative, [training provided]

· Must be willing to obtain Notary Public

· Must be willing to learn about the Legal Kiosk Program

Responsibilities

Ø Acts as an ambassador for all CARE programs by providing information to community groups & senior facilities, faith communities, businesses, schools, etc.

Ø Implements the sustainability plan for the Care Resource Offices throughout Aitkin County from July 2024 to July 2025

Ø Recruits respite workers and homemakers as well as volunteers to provide services in their geographic area through outreach activities; making visitations and setting up meetings to share information.

Ø Complies and maintains records and information for grant and/or agency reporting

Ø Develops monthly newsletter to provide information to the public including clients

Ø Maintains the Aitkin County CARE website

Ø Regularly posts information on the CARE Facebook page.

Ø Manages and may facilitate Memory Support Group, Grief Support Group and Parkinson’s Support Group

Ø Distributes Aitkin Farm Fresh boxes in collaboration with Riverwood Healthcare Center

Ø Completes fingerprinting appointments on assigned days

Ø Serves as an assistant to clients utilizing the Legal Kiosk

Ø Answers phones and assists visitors as needed, receive client referrals from various agencies and community members; provide referrals based on one-to-one consultation services.

Ø Serves as the liaison to community organizations on behalf of CARE including but not limited to the Aitkin County Homeless Coalition, TRIAD and other entities per direction

Ø Support Executive Director with policies, procedures, best practices, training, and licensing requirements, as well as, other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

· Demonstrates passion for improving the quality of life for aging adults and disabled adults

· Self-directed and task orientated, able to prioritize to achieve organizational expectations

· Ability to effectively use office equipment (i.e. computers, fax machines, telephone)

· Knowledge of an ability to navigate social media platforms and familiarity with Microsoft office products as well as Canva

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PAY: DOQ

HEALTH BENEFITS: $600 per month health insurance stipend

WORK HOURS: Monday – Friday with flexibility when needed

PTO: 0 days – 3 years 1 ½ days each month 12 hours a month

3-5 years 1 ¾ days each month 14 hours a month

5-10 years 2 days each moth 16 hours a month

10 years 2 ¼ days each month 18 hours a month

PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day,

Thanksgiving and Christmas

REQUIRED: Background Check for hiring

HIPPA and Mandatory Reporting Classes Passed

Federal Background Check to provide Finger Printing Services

HIRING PROCESS: Applications accepted May 20th through May 31st

Interviews June 10th & June 12th

Start date July 1st, 2024

REQUIREMENTS: Completed application for employment, cover letter & resume

Email to Amy M. Wyant, Executive Director at aitkincountycare@gmail.com

Drop off application packet at the CARE office located in the Birchstreet Center at 20 Third Street NE in downtown Aitkin

Aitkin County CARE Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Patient demographics:

• Older adults

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Interviews are scheduled for June 10th and June 12th with a starting date of July 1st. Do you understand the timeline?

Ability to Commute:

• Aitkin, MN 56431 (Required)

Work Location: In person