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            Are you looking to start a fulfilling career in the not for profit sector? Apply now at Senior Services Plus, Inc. in Alton, IL. See below for current opportunities.

            Apply today by sending your resume, cover letter and references to HR@seniorservicesplus.org

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            Home Care AidesFor Alton and Granite City

            Position: Home Care Aide

            Hours: TBD – based on client needs
            Hourly Rate: $15.00/hour


            Upon acceptance of an offer, all employees are required to pass a physical before they will be scheduled for a shift.

            Responsibilities:

            • SSP services clients Madison and St. Clair counties in Illinois, through offices in Alton and Belleville

            • The Home Care Aide is responsible for assisting senior citizens in household management and personal care including the following.

            • Follow the client’s written plan of care.

            • Light housekeeping to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, washing dishes, keeping the bathroom clean, helping clients clear clutter that may have accumulated, changing bed linens, laundry

            • Monitor the client’s health and environmental changes, and report to the CCP Supervisor as required.

            • Plan and prepare nutritious meals including special diets.

            • Client transportation and escort so our clients may take care of their shopping or run any necessary errands. For those clients unable to get out on their own we also provide Shopping/Errands for them.

            • Provide necessary receipts and documentation for shopping transactions

            • Personal care, bathing, shampooing, skincare, nails care, etc.

            Job Requirements:

            • High School Diploma or GED CNA preferred

            • Basic knowledge of home management skills

            • Ability to work independently

            • Highly motivated, honest, reliable, compassionate, responsible, cheerful and patient

            • Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, sit, and walk for periods of time

            • Daily access to a vehicle, valid driver’s license and proof of insurance

            • Travel from client home to client home

            • Ability to successfully complete quarterly in-services

            • Ability to lift 50lbs

            Personal Trainer

            Job Type: Part-time

            Salary: $14.42 per hour


            Job Summary

            Under the supervision of the Wellness Center Manager the Personal Trainer is responsible for; promoting and maintaining health and fitness by teaching group fitness classes and conducting personal training sessions with wellness center members, conducting initial consultations with potential clients, facilitating initial physical assessments, and providing new members with orientations or tours of the facility. As a Personal Trainer you will develop individualized exercise programs for your clients. This will include; calling, scheduling and working to ensure the overall safety of fitness participation facility wide.


            Primary Responsibilities

            · Gain experience in working with senior populations

            · Plan fitness routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants' capabilities and limitations

            · Offer scalable alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness

            · Observe members and inform them of corrective measures necessary for fitness improvements

            · Teach proper techniques used during physical exertion

            · Instruct participants how to maximize their benefits from exercise routines

            · Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment

            · Weekly incentives can be earned by personal trainers that meet service hour requirements

            · Personal Training set shifts are available for personal trainers that meet criteria


            Skills and Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Exercise Science preferred or Associate degree and/or experience in social service, psychology, or related field. A personal training certification from a nationally recognized organization will be required, ACE,ACSM,NASM,ISSA are preferred. Current First aid/AED Certification. Required organizational ability and communication skills. Experience working with the older adults is a plus. Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, sit and walk for periods of time. Ability to lift 50lbs.


            Development & Marketing Coordinator

            Job Type: Full-time

            Salary: $40,000 / Based on experience


            The Development Coordinator will assist the Development Director in the implementation of the organization’s fundraising activities.

             

            QUALIFICATIONS:

             

            1. Associate or bachelor’s degree

            2. Some experience working in fundraising or non-profit organization.

            3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

            4. Proficient use of various MS Office programs, including Word, Excel and Outlook and ability to use various databases such as Salesforce and MailChimp.

            5. Ability to prioritize, multi-task and follow through with minimal direction

            6. Attention to detail, project management skills and being highly organized a must

            7. Flexibility in varied job assignments

             

            JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

             

            · Manage the donor/prospective donor database by adding and updating contact information, inputting gift information, and generating reports to measure progress toward goals.

            · Support the implementation of ongoing fundraising efforts including end of year and other appeals as well as other specific requests for funding.

            · Develop and execute communication with friends and donors including generating gift acknowledgments and thank you notes; generating pledge

            reminders; and assist in the development of newsletters and other donor communications.

            · Assist in planning and executing donor cultivation, fundraising and stewardship events. Work with the Development Director to envision, plan and execute events that are in keeping with the organization’s spirit, including small gatherings/friend raisers, invitations to events.

            · Assist in coordinating with the finance manager and accountant on monthly reconciliation of funds received, ongoing tracking of restricted funds expended, and annual work with auditors to provide information, documentation, and backup reports.

            · Assist in researching and identifying new donor prospects and grant opportunities.

            Other duties as assigned


            Congregate Site Clerk - Belleville

            Job Type: Part-time

            Salary: $13/hr

            Job Summary:

            Under the supervision of the Transportation/MOW’s Manager the Congregate Site Clerk is responsible for overseeing the Blv Congregate Site. Assisting drivers with routes, helping get the meals loaded, and turning in completed routes at end of day.

            Responsibilities:

            • Greeting clients, field staff and general pubic in a professional and friendly manner.
            • Monitor visitor access and maintain security awareness
            • Maintain regular punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, stat and local standards
            • Over see the Blv congregate site
            • Assists with meal deliveries as needed
            • Point of contact for volunteers delivering meals in the Belleville area
            • Track volunteer timesheets
            • Track Home Delivered Meal route sheets ensuring each client has received a meal.
            • Scan and copy completed route sheets to Meals on Wheels office staff

            Other duties assigned.


            Foster Grandparent Coordinator

            Job Type: Full-time

            Salary: $16/hr


            Under the general direction of the Foster Grandparent Program Director of Senior Services Plus and the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) program policy guidelines, the FGP Coordinator is the responsible for the daily management of the Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion Program. The FGP Coordinator functions is actively involved with community organizations, volunteers, and volunteer stations. The FGP Coordinator will abide by Senior Services Plus established procedures for internal review and its standard policies and procedures. The FGP Coordinator may participate in activities to coordinate program resources with those of related local agencies, boards, or organizations.


            Qualifications:

            High School Diploma or equivalent

            Experience with the older adult population

            Computer literacy

            Active drivers license and insurance

            Energetic personality


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            2603 N. Rodgers Ave.

            Alton, IL 62002

             

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            Mon - Fri: 7:00AM - 4:00PM

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            Mon - Fri: 6:00AM - 8:00PM

            Saturday: 7:00AM - 3:00PM
            Sunday: 10:00AM - 3:00PM
            Holidays may affect hours

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