Overview

Position Title:Community Service Worker III

Company:City Of County Hawaii

Location:Hilo, HI

Job Description:

Supervises and participates in information, referral, outreach, and other support services to the elderly and other designated target groups or independently provides information, referral, outreach, and other support services to the elderly and other designated target groups at assigned geographical sites without any direct supervision; and performs other related duties as required.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervises and participates in the conduct of surveys and assessments to gather information and determine the need for services to target group individuals.
  • Supervises and participates in providing in-home, transportation, escort, and meal pick up and delivery services.
  • Supervises and participates in making referrals for social, health, recreational, and other support services.
  • Assures that follow-ups on referrals and assessment updates are made in timely manner.
  • Reviews case record documentation for accuracy and completeness.
  • Supervises and participates in the serving of meals and ensures that food areas are kept clean and sanitary in compliance with Department of Health regulations.
  • Plans, organizes, and conducts recreational, social, informational, and educational activities for the elderly.
  • Schedules and conducts health screening clinics.
  • Assists in monitoring the consistency and quality of services to ensure maximum efficiency and makes recommendations for improvements.
  • Maintains records on meals served and/or number of participants and monies collected.
  • Reconciles cash and prepares deposit slip for deposit at bank.
  • Reviews time and mileage records of line staff and volunteers.
  • Makes work schedules and staff assignments.

Requirements:

  • graduation from high school, and
  • two (2) years of experience which shall have involved providing information, referral, and outreach assistance to the elderly (persons 55+ years of age) and other target groups (adults with disabilities), and
  • possession of a valid State of Hawai`i driver’s license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver’s license at the time of filing.  You will be required to submit your valid driver’s license at the time of hire.