What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Coordinator position at SEDA-COG?
Part-time Service Coordinator for Senior Housing Developments
Join Our Team at SEDA-Council of Governments and Make a Difference!
Are you passionate about building stronger communities and driving regional growth? At SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG), we’re on a mission to improve the quality of life across central Pennsylvania. As a dynamic, forward-thinking organization, we collaborate with local governments, businesses, and nonprofits to develop innovative solutions for economic growth, infrastructure, energy efficiency, and community development.
When you join SEDA-COG, you’re not just starting a job—you’re becoming part of a dedicated team committed to making a lasting impact. We value collaboration, creativity, and a shared vision of empowering our communities to thrive. Whether you're helping businesses secure financing, planning sustainable infrastructure, or spearheading new programs, your work here matters.
Primary responsibilities of the candidate include:
- Provide general assistance, education, and advocacy related to supportive and social services to all residents.
- Develop and maintain relationships with community resources such as Area Agency on Aging and PA Link to Aging and Disability Resources to address resident needs.
- Act as a liaison with local care providers and hospitals to ensure successful discharge from care facilities and return transition of residents to their apartments.
- Work cooperatively with residents and their families when planning for relocation to a nursing home or other long-term care facility.
- Identify leaders and encourage engagement among the residents to volunteer to manage aspects of the service program and social/recreations functions.
- Create new services or increase the availability of existing services to meet resident needs.
- Document contact with residents, providers, and families. Keep files current and up to date.
Required qualifications/skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Gerontology, Counseling, or related field OR work experience relevant to the position.
- Ability to work in a complex and non-traditional human service setting with a diverse population.
- Knowledge of the human service system
- Experience working with persons with disabilities and the elderly.
Preferred qualifications/skills
- Certificate in Elder Service Coordination awarded by PHFA in collaboration with California University of PA Rural Communities Institute.
- Master of Social Work may be required in situations in which Resident Service Coordinator supervises social work students, interns, non-professionals, or paraprofessionals.
The qualified candidate must be willing to travel to Lewistown, Selinsgrove, Dalmatia, and Danville.
Applicants are expected to supply a resume outlining work history, skills, and writing sample by end of day February 28, 2025, via this posting or to:
Amanda Owens, HR Director
SEDA-Council of Governments
201 Furnace Road, Lewisburg, PA 17837
SEDA-Council of Governments is a public development organization based in Lewisburg, PA, serving 11 central Pennsylvania counties. www.seda-cog.org
SEDA-COG…Building strong economies & strong communities
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Professional development assistance
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lewisburg, PA 17837 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lewisburg, PA 17837: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25
