Community Services Participant Liaison (Temporary)

Nevada System of Higher Education•Reno, NV

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is recruiting for a temporary Community Services Participant Liaison position within the Sanford Center for Aging (SCA), School of Medicine. This position reports to the Community Services Director. Community Services at SCA includes three interconnected, grant-funded programs: The Volunteer Transportation Program (VTP) provides free transportation for older adults in Washoe County through a network of staff and volunteers. Senior Outreach Services (SOS) engages volunteers to provide one-on-one, in-home companionship for isolated older adults, as well as support for family caregivers. The Washoe County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), funded through AmeriCorps Seniors, recruits and places individuals age 55 and older into meaningful volunteer opportunities throughout the community.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with scheduling, working with older adults, community program delivery, or coaching/training volunteers
A degree in social work, psychology, human services or any related field.

Responsibilities

Conducts daily transportation activities, including scheduling and coordinating ride requests with clients, volunteers, paid staff drivers, and Uber
Occasionally serves as back-up driver to transport clients
Provides assistance to the Community Services Coordinator in managing initial and re-assessments, monitoring compliance, and scheduling assessment visits
Assists with scheduling and facilitating volunteer orientations and trainings
Assists with enrolling, training and matching clients and volunteers in the Senior Outreach Services program
Supports other Community Services activities as needed