Employment Opportunities

Join our team and support our mission to empower people as they age.
We are committed to creating a culture of belonging for all our staff, volunteers, partners, and those we serve with no discrimination
on the basis of status or identity. We know that celebrating a diverse range of identities, experiences, and perspectives is crucial to carrying out our mission.

Organizational Openings

 JOB TITLE: HOME Program Administrative Specialist

REPORTS TO:  Director of the HOME Program

FUNCTION: Senior Community Services is a leading nonprofit organization making a difference in the lives of older adults and their caregivers. We believe that embracing inclusiveness – both internally and externally – is fundamental to earning the trust and loyalty of our employees, volunteers, partners, clients, and donors. We are proud of the services and programs we provide and strive to ensure we’re communicating authentically with the diverse communities that we serve. With this in mind, we are hiring an administrative specialist for our HOME (Household & Outdoor Maintenance) Program to help support the mission and vision of Senior Community Services (SCS)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Answer phones, record phone messages and return phone calls as needed

Assist with incoming and outgoing calls to update client records
Send out new client intake paperwork, process upon its return and place welcome calls to new clients
Assist with filing and maintaining accurate records
Run client bills monthly
Assist with (MSHO) insurance billing as needed
Assist with monthly and quarterly reports
Help with bi-weekly payroll data entry as needed
Open and sort HOME program mail
Assist with bulk mailings
Work with and supervise office volunteers
Gain familiarity with other SCS programs to cross promote
Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:
Passion for the mission of Senior Community Services

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community (answering phones, greeting clients, etc.)
Strong customer service background
Ability to work at a variety of tasks with strong attention to detail
Associate degree in related field preferred
Self-motivated, able to manage multiple priorities and tasks
Excellent communication skills especially over the phone
Microsoft Office proficiency and ability to learn in-house database quickly
Ability to work well in a team environment
Strong organizational skills
Proficient at typing and data entry
Calm and compassionate in working with the elderly

SALARY RANGE AND HOURS:
Position is based on 40 hours per week
Salary range:  $36,000-$39,000 based on experience
We offer a generous benefit package and the flexibility to do some work remotely

Please submit resume and cover letter to Jon Burkhow, HOME Program Director, by April 26th, 2024 at 12 p.m.  j.burkhow@seniorcommunity.org

HOME Program Field Staff Openings

The services provided by our field staff help seniors have pride in their homes and remain in the communities they love. Regular visits from field staff can also improve their emotional well-being. We always try to pair field staff with program participants in locations geographically convenient to them; see the list of communities we serve below the job listings.

Would you like to help seniors remain in the homes they love? Senior Community Services is hiring compassionate, dependable, and trustworthy people to mow lawns for adults age 60 and older.

Regular lawn mowing helps seniors have pride in their homes. Regular visits from workers can also improve their emotional well-being.

DUTIES:
• Mow lawn every 7-10 days
• Complete basic trimming as needed

BENEFITS:
• Earn $20 per hour
• Build your own schedule
     • We’ll help you get started with participants
     • You set regular hours with them moving forward

REQUIREMENTS:
• At least 16 years old
• Must be physically able to do the work (lift 20+ pounds, bend, stretch, etc.)
• In most cases, supply and transport your own lawn mower and weed trimmer
• Have reliable personal transportation
• Able to consent to and pass a criminal background check
• Able to complete required paperwork for time tracking and work completed
• Able to effectively communicate with participants and SCS staff in person or by phone
• Able to communicate via email
• Able to commit to the entire season, weather dependent

Apply online or download and complete the application form below.

NOTE: We hire intermittently for this position but always accept applications.

Job description:

Basic/minor maintenance tasks dependent upon your current skills which may include:

  • Plumbing repairs (leaks, faucets, toilets, etc.)
  • Electrical repairs (outlets/switches, replacing light fixtures/ceiling fans)
  • Carpentry
  • Outdoor projects
  • Painting
  • General labor

You will not be asked to complete tasks which require a licensed professional or a building permit.

Maintain good communication with participants and HOME Program staff and complete all required paperwork to document hours and work completed.

Pay and hours:

  • Paid $19 per hour with mileage stipend between participant homes
  • Flexibility to manage own schedule with participant’s needs in mind (weekdays and/or weekends)
  • May work with multiple participants, increasing the number of hours available
  • Maximum of 40 hours per week

Requirements:

    • Must be at least 18 years old with basic, conversational English language skills
    • Must have ability to diagnose and solve a wide range of maintenance problems found in residential homes and:
      • Working knowledge of repair techniques
      • Working knowledge of residential building and safety codes
      • Ability to safely operate and use hand and power tools
    • Must be physically able to do the work (lift 20+ pounds, bend, stretch, etc.)
    • Must be reliable, have a passion for quality work and a “yes” attitude to get the job done
    • Ability to be calm, patient, and compassionate in working with older adults and their caregivers
    • Must provide your own tools, though some participants may have tools you can use
    • Must provide own transportation to participants’ homes, including equipment transport
    • Provide references and pass background check

Apply online or download and complete the application form below.

NOTE: We hire intermittently for this position but always accept applications.

Job description:

Complete various interior/exterior painting projects at participants’ homes.

You may be asked to pick up supplies that have been paid for by the participant.

Maintain good communication with participants and HOME Program staff and complete all required paperwork to document hours and work completed.

Pay and hours:

  • Paid $19 per hour with mileage stipend between participant homes
  • Flexibility to manage own schedule with participant’s needs in mind (weekdays and/or weekends)
  • May work with multiple participants, increasing the number of hours available
  • Maximum of 40 hours per week

Requirements:

    • Must be at least 18 years old with basic, conversational English language skills
    • Must have experience painting homes and estimating costs
    • Must be physically able to do the work (lift 20+ pounds, bend, stretch, climb, etc.)
    • Must be reliable, have a passion for quality work and a “yes” attitude to get the job done
    • Ability to be calm, patient, and compassionate in working with older adults and their caregivers
    • Participant provides/pays for paint, but you must provide your own tools and supplies (brushes, rollers, scrapers, drop cloths, step ladder, etc.), though some participants may have tools you can use
    • Must provide own transportation to participants’ homes, including equipment transport
    • Provide references and pass background check

Apply online or download and complete the application form below.

Would you like to help seniors remain in the homes they love? Senior Community Services is hiring compassionate, dependable, and trustworthy people to provide snow removal help for adults age 60 and older.

Snow removal is important for seniors’ physical safety and security. Regular visits from workers can also improve their emotional well-being.

DUTIES:
• Remove snow within 24 hours of snowfall ending
• Salting/clearing ice as needed to support safety

BENEFITS:
• Earn $20 per hour
• Build your own schedule
     • We’ll help you get started with participants
     • You set your hours with them dependent on snowfall

REQUIREMENTS:
• At least 16 years old
• Must be physically able to do the work (lift 20+ pounds, bend, stretch, etc.)
• In most cases, supply and transport your own shovel and/or snow blower
• Have reliable personal transportation
• Able to consent to and pass a criminal background check
• Able to complete required paperwork for time tracking and work completed
• Able to effectively communicate with participants and SCS staff in person or by phone
• Able to effectively communicate via email
• Able to commit to the entire season, weather dependent

Apply online or download and complete the application form below.

Albertville
Becker
Big Lake
Bloomington
Brooklyn Center
Brooklyn Park
Buffalo
Champlin

Crystal
Deephaven
Eden Prairie
Edina
Elk River
Excelsior
Golden Valley
Greenwood

Hanover
Hopkins
Long Lake
Maple Grove
Medicine Lake
Minneapolis
Minnetonka
Minnetonka Beach
Monticello

Mound
New Hope
Orono
Osseo
Otsego
Plymouth
Richfield
Robbinsdale
Rockford

Rogers
Shorewood
Spring Park
St. Louis Park
St. Michael
Tonka Bay
Wayzata
Woodland
Zimmerman

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