Senior Connections, the aging unit for Douglas County, with offices located in Superior, Wisconsin is seeking individuals interested in employment to support our work providing services to the aging in our community.
TO APPLY: You are welcome to stop by our office to pick up an employment application, 1805 N. 16th Street, Superior, WI. (715) 394-3611.
Employment Application can be downloaded using the link below, picked up in person at our office, or by sending an e-mail request to contact@seniorconnectionswi.org
Employment Application - Click Here for Employment Application
Senior Connections, the aging unit for Douglas County, with offices located in Superior is seeking individuals interested employment to support our work providing services to senior citizens during weekday hours.
TO APPLY: Feel free to stop by our office to pick up an employment application, 1805 N. 16th Street, Superior, Wisconsin. Business hours: Mon-Fri, 8am to 4:30pm
Application can be downloaded below, picked up in person at our offices, or by sending an e-mail request to contact@seniorconnectionswi.org
Job Application - Click Here for Employment Application
General Job Description
Description
The Family Caregiver & Health Promotion Coordinator reports to the Executive Director.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred, with an emphasis on human services.
- Experience managing employees and volunteers.
Skills
- Ability to work with computers (Microsoft Office).
- Ability to manage a budget.
- Ability to write articles for publication and deliver informative speeches and presentations to the community and public groups.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from consumers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Duties and Responsibilities
Listed below are examples of duties and areas of responsibilities for this position. The listing below does not include all responsibilities or challenges that present themselves in this position.
- Coordinate National Family Caregiver Support and Evidence Based Programs.
- Provide information to the county and general public about the needs of elderly people and the services available to them.
- Assist local service agencies in organizing, developing, modifying, and expanding programming, accessible, appropriate and acceptable aid to older citizens.
- Provide information and personal support to individual older adults and their families so they may take advantage of opportunities available to them.
- Manage programs to enable older adults to fully contribute to the welfare of the community.
- Assist in developing the County Aging Unit Plan.
- Work cooperatively with Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWARR).
- Attend Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWARR) and other program specific meetings as needed.
- Assisting in handling media for the agency.
- Assist in coordinating yearly events (Spring Fling, Senior Picnic, Christmas Tea, etc.).
- Other duties as assigned.
Interested candidates are encouraged to fill out an application online at www.seniorconnectionswi.org or in person at 1805 N 16th Street in Superior during regular business hours (Mon-Fri 8-4:30). Any questions call 715-394-3611.
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Nutrition Site Operator-Senior Center
Part time position working Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 12:30pm.
$14.36 per hour.
General Job Description
Description
The Nutrition Site Operator reports to the Nutrition Director and is responsible for the oversight of volunteers/participants and the preparation and serving/delivering of nutritious meals to seniors throughout the community. Position is 4 hrs/day(8:30am-12:30pm), 5 days/wk (Mon-Fri).
Education/Experience
- Previous volunteer experience is preferred
- Experience coordinating tasks utilizing the efforts of others
- Must complete yearly training.
Skills
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to walk for periods of time.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to clients and coworkers.
- Ability to give and receive direction.
- Ability to be flexible within a day to day basis.
- Ability to manage a schedule in order to ensure all clients receives their meals.
- Ability to work out in the community.
Duties and Responsibilities
Listed below are examples of duties and areas of responsibilities for this position. The listing below does not include all responsibilities or challenges that present themselves in this position.
- Help to prepare meals for older members of the community.
- Prepare eating areas prior to meal service.
- Serve/deliver meals to participants and ensure their well being.
- Assist in cleaning up after meals.
- Complete required daily paperwork.
- Count/handle money.
- Attend yearly training.
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Description
***THIS IS A SUBSTITUTE POSITION*** The Nutrition Driver reports to the Nutrition Director and is responsible for the timely delivery of meals to seniors (Meals on Wheels) throughout the community. Monday through Friday from approximately 10am -12:15pm with the understanding that there may be times that you start before 10am or work after 12:15pm depending on the needs of the route/agency. Will work approximately 11 hours and 15 minutes per week. $14.70 per hour.
***This is an on call/fill-in position to assist when the regular Driver is out***
Education/Experience
- Must have a high school diploma
- Must have valid driver’s license with a clean driving history.
Skills
- Ability to drive a vehicle (provided).
- Ability to learn a route and follow directions.
- Ability to minimally interact with seniors in their homes while delivering meals.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients and coworkers.
- Ability to sit for long periods of time.
- Ability to maintain an accurate log and collect money from participants as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities
Listed below are examples of duties and areas of responsibilities for this position. The listing below does not include all responsibilities or challenges that present themselves in this position.
- Load and unload meals and coolers at the beginning and end of shifts.
- Ensure the proper delivery of meals to seniors in their homes.
- Assist in other areas when needed.
To apply, please call our office at 715-394-3611
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