Location and Job Title:

Community Connector at the Shames JCC on the Hudson
Harold and Elaine Shames JCC on the Hudson
371 S Broadway
Tarrytown, NY 10591

Principal Responsibilities:

The Shames JCC is seeking a part time Community Connector to help older adults manage loneliness, access to services, or other challenges by linking them to appropriate resources in the community and helping to organize transportation to those resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Intake and Needs Assessment: Assess the unmet needs of older adults who seek assistance.
• Case Management and Referrals: Provide case management services, including information and referrals to other organizations and resources, and provide ongoing follow-up and monitoring.
• Transportation Planning and Coordination: Develop and implement transportation plans, coordinating with drivers, volunteers, and other service providers.
• Community Building: Seek opportunities to foster connections among older adults and facilitate their engagement with the broader JCC community.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW) is preferred.
• Experience working with older adults and/or individuals with disabilities is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with public transportation, private transportation services, and transportation options for seniors.
• Awareness of and willingness to explore relevant resources for seniors.
• Strong case management skills, including assessment, planning, and advocacy.
• High EQ, and excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in moving from issue identification to proposing solutions.
• Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish ideally) is helpful.
• Proficiency in using computer software and databases.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Salary:

$35,000 - $45,000

Agency Information:

The Shames Jewish Community Center on the Hudson has grown to be the center of Jewish community life in the Westchester Rivertowns, providing educational, social, cultural, recreational, fitness and wellness programs for individuals of all ages, all faiths and all backgrounds. It is a warm and welcoming place to be.

The Shames JCC is a 75,000 square foot facility on a 6.6 acre campus . Our current membership of almost 1800 families from throughout Westchester County enjoy our state of the art fitness and aquatics centers, a full court gymnasium, a varied scheduled of adult and children's activities, and an early childhood program that is second to none. Focusing on its mission to keep our members Moving, Learning and Connecting, the Shames is the place where adults can take over 100 free exercise classes, attend a lecture, workshop or special event and make lasting relationships. Youngsters come to our Early Childhood Center for their first learning experience. They participate in our after-school program, day camps, and a full range of enrichment classes, including music, sports, and crafts. Our special needs program offers services and activities for all ages.

The JCC offers member and non-member programs and provides scholarship opportunities for those who cannot afford activity fees.