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Please apply by: Sunday, July 13th, 2025
Salary Range: $16.78 to $20.98 per hour. This is a non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
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The Mecklenburg County Department of Child, Family, & Adult Services strives to strengthen families and communities through a safety-net of services, collaborations, and hope. Our vision is to define and cultivate an organizational culture that is more compassionate and understanding toward each other and our clients.
Services For Adults (SFA) is a part of the Adult Services Division of the Mecklenburg County Department of Child, Family, & Adult Services. The division is responsible for four main program areas: Adult Social Work Services, Community Social Work, the Senior Citizens Nutrition Program, and the Mecklenburg Transportation System (MTS).
Position Specific Information
This position will be responsible for providing support and coverage to Senior Nutrition meal site managers. Duties will include client registrations, assessments, meal distribution, and facilitating activities for social engagement.
This is a 19 hours per week position Monday – Friday. Hours are approximately 8 am to 2 pm (with flexibility required), working 4-5 hours within that timeframe depending on the needs of the site/location.
Position Summary
Conduct and coordinate educational programs in an assigned area within the social services department. This position, under direct supervision, teaches educational classes, conducts program related research, implements programs or projects as directed, and provides referral services to customers.
Essential Functions
Conduct educational programs related to the human services field
Determine if referrals are appropriate and whether clients are eligible for sponsored programs
Implement, coordinate and monitor programs and projects related to human services
Provide internal and external customer service
Implement various programs or projects
Provide referral services to customers
Coordinate volunteers
May be required to staff shelters in the event of a disaster
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of one year of related experience.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? N/A
Licenses and Certifications:
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Senior Adult population preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of
Research methods and practices
Modern office practices and procedures
Skills
Possessing strong communication skills
Managing multiple tasks concurrently
Abilities
Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintain good working relationships
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas though a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Formal Presentations: Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience
Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Computer Skills
Familiar with applicable computer programs
Work Environment
Works in an office setting with moderate noise
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
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