Resource Worker

POSITION: Resource Worker

DEPARTMENT: Senior Services and Community Services

PROGRAM: Grand Coalition of Older Adults

REPORTS TO: Program Director

SALARY: $20 to $ 25 per hour (Part Time/ Temporary)

LOCATION: 80 Pitt Street, NY, 10002 (Rose Center)

DATE: May 2026

Job Summary

The Resource Work is responsible for supporting the Program, including assisting with educational, recreational activities, and special events/ projects.

Education, Experience, And Skill Requirements

• Required to have at a minimum a high school diploma or an Associate's degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field (preferred)
• Experience working with senior citizens or older adults in their field.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and independently
• Experience, training, and skills in assisting with event coordination.
• Working knowledge of local community-based agencies and resources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel, knowledge of web-based data systems.
• Must be able to work flexible hours to meet the program's needs.
• Bilingual in English/ Chinese
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews with clients for new intakes, assessments/reassessments.
• Provide information, referrals, and case assistance.
• Assist participants in obtaining benefits and entitlements, including Medicaid, food stamps, SCRIE, home care referrals, NYCHA, and others
• Maintain accurate written records of all participants' contacts and other required documentation. Enter data into VIVE (DFTA database) conduct outreach.
• Participate in a supervisory meeting with the Director of GCS
• Demonstrate the ability to work well within the agency and engage appropriately with other employees
• Accept other assignments, as appropriate, to meet the program's goals
  
  

Please read the specialty opportunities listed below and submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills & experience meet the specific components you are applying for. Also provide us with three professional references that we can contact (at least one should be from a former supervisor). Please click or use the link below in a search bar and apply online through our career center.

http://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=grandst&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US

No phone calls, please

Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through!

If selected for this position, applicant must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance (fees may apply); ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer ( EOE)