SHIP and SENIOR CENTER COORDINATOR

The Purchase Area Development District (PADD) is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Coordinator for State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) and Senior Center Services.  This position is responsible for all requirements of the SHIP program and services contracted to Senior Citizen Centers.

Responsibilities include helping seniors access and/or understand public benefits, including the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug program and working closely with senior centers to provide technical assistance and support as well as quality assurance.

 

Other duties include arranging educational opportunities, performing outreach activities, and overall aging program management support.

Skills required include excellent verbal and written communication, ability to work well with diverse populations, initiative and self-direction, excellent organizational skills, experience in Microsoft Word applications and knowledge of senior and/or disability services. 

Applicant must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Psychology, Sociology or a field relevant to geriatrics and two years of related experience with the applicable populations and services. 

The PADD offers an attractive compensation program.  Send cover letter and resume to PADD, Attn:  Human Services Director, PO Box 588, Mayfield, KY  42066.  The PADD is an EOE/AA/ADA employer.   Position will remain open until filled.