Careers at PCOA
Purpose:
This position provides clerical and administrative support services and participates in special projects as needed.
Category: Regular, Full-time; Non-exempt, Hourly
Reports to: Varies depending on need
Compensation: Starting at $15.68 per hour (Dependent upon relevant education, experience, and preferred qualifications).
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
• Assists with various administrative and clerical tasks, and other special projects as assigned.
• Compiles, stores, retrieves, and reports organizational and program data as needed.
• Assists with various administrative and clerical tasks, and other special projects as assigned.
• Completes all assigned tasks with an emphasis on quality and timeliness.
• Handles routine correspondence and other requests for information.
• Provides customer service to clients and visitors in person, by phone, or through email correspondence.
• Ensures that work adheres to local, state, and federal governmental regulations, and other applicable rules and requirements.
• Completes all assigned tasks with an emphasis on quality and timeliness.
• Participates in individual and team meetings, huddles, trainings, and scheduled events.
• Uses virtual collaboration platforms to perform work as necessary (e.g. Zoom or Teams).
Qualifications:
An equivalent combination of education and experience related to the position may be considered.
• A High School diploma or GED; some college or an Associate's degree is preferred.
• At least six (6) months of experience in administrative support, data entry, Microsoft Office Suite, and customer service; one (1) year is preferred.
Additional Qualifications:
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain AZ Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance and Central Registry background clearance.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
• Knowledge and skill in customer service relations.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office suite and virtual collaboration platforms.
• Ability to create, maintain, and enter information in databases with accuracy.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the vision, mission, and values of Pima Council on Aging and its family of non-profit companies.
• Ability to effectively communicate with, receive information from, and convey information to others.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, printers, and phone systems.
• Ability to professionally represent the organization and work harmoniously with diverse populations including staff, clients, and providers.
Schedule, Post of Duty, & Travel Requirements:
• 37.5 hours weekly, primarily Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• This position is located at the Katie Building (600 South Country Club Road, Tucson AZ 85716).
• Some travel is required between PCOA locations.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Employees working at least thirty (30) hours per week are eligible for medical, (PPO and HDHP with or without an HSA) dental, and vision benefits. Employees working at least thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hours per week are eligible for additional voluntary life and AD&D, as well as long- and short-term disability benefits.
• Regular, full-time employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays, twenty-one (21) days of vacation and fifteen and a half (15.5) days of sick leave. Part-time employees receive a prorated amount of time off depending on the number of hours worked.
• A bilingual pay differential is available to employees in a bilingual-eligible position upon receiving an acceptable score on a fluency examination.
• Employees are immediately eligible to contribute and are vested in a 401K plan upon hire.
• An employee wellness and employee assistance program are available to support the health and wellness of all PCOA employees and members of their household.
• In-house training and professional development opportunities available.
About the CareGiver Training Institute
The CareGiver Training Institute (CGTI) is a nonprofit training school offering post-secondary educational programs for Certified Nursing Assistants, Certified Caregivers, and Assisted Living Managers. Since 2003, CGTI has educated thousands of individuals to provide quality care to elderly and disabled persons. The mission of CGTI is to be the leader in healthcare education by elevating standards in training, inspiring excellence in our students, and positively impacting our community. The organization, a subsidiary of Pima Council on Aging (PCOA), plays a critical role in developing a strong healthcare workforce in southern Arizona.
Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity:
At the CareGiver Training Institute and Pima Council on Aging, we don’t just accept differences – their importance is one of our key values. We are committed to building a team that serves the community by representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, skills, and abilities. As an equal-opportunity employer, we support diversity, foster equity, and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all.
Purpose:This position provides clerical and administrative support services and participates in special projects as needed.Category: Regular, Full-time; Non-exempt, HourlyReports to: Varies depending ...
Purpose:
This position primarily provides education and active movement-based activities to older adults within the community that support their ability to age well. This is a lead position affording guidance to other positions performing similar tasks.
Category: Part-time, Variable Hour; Non-exempt, Hourly
Reports to: Fall Prevention Program Supervisor
Compensation: Starting at $18.56 per hour (Dependent upon relevant education, experience, and preferred qualifications).
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
• Adheres to the curriculum to demonstrate and maintain program fidelity.
• Demonstrates all activities according to the direction, training, and materials provided by the curriculum.
• Encourages a learning environment through actively teaching and facilitating group discussion.
• Assists with the coordination of fall prevention education through workshops, presentations, and outreach at community events and health fairs.
• Provides administrative record-keeping, including all paperwork, surveys, and data in a timely manner.
• Updates and maintains the department calendar on a regular basis.
• Assists with the preparation and review of all training materials.
• Assists with the scheduling of coaches and instructors for classes and provides coverage as needed.
• Provides assistance in the hiring, training, and development of other instructors.
• Attends and actively collaborates with others at all scheduled meetings and trainings.
• Builds and maintains a cooperative working relationship with others.
• Utilizes technical expertise to complete all assigned tasks with an emphasis on quality and timeliness.
• Works independently and collaboratively with others with minimal supervision.
• Ensures that work adheres to local, state, and federal governmental regulations, and other applicable rules and requirements.
• Uses virtual collaboration platforms to perform work as necessary (e.g. Zoom or Teams).
Qualifications:
An equivalent combination of education and experience related to the position may be considered.
• A High School Diploma or GED.
• At least three (3) years experience working with older adults in some capacity; experience in education or health care preferred.
• Nationally accredited Group Fitness Certification is required.
Additional Qualifications:
• Master Trainer Certification (in-house training provided).
• CPR & First Aid Certification (in-house training provided).
• Must have a driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance and reliable transportation.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain AZ Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance and Central Registry background clearance.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
• Knowledge of the special needs of older adults.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the vision, mission, and values of Pima Council on Aging and its family of non-profit companies.
• Ability to effectively communicate with, receive information from, and convey information to others.
• Ability to effectively teach and facilitate group discussions.
• Ability to learn about and support the principles and protocols of evidence-based programs.
• Ability to manage time, organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on work assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to professionally represent the organization and work harmoniously with diverse populations including staff, clients, and providers.
Schedule, Post of Duty, & Travel Requirements:
• Hours vary dependent upon class schedules and frequency.
• This position is located at the Katie Building (600 South Country Club Road, Tucson AZ 85716).
• Frequent travel is required between PCOA locations as well as offsite community-based locations where workshops/classes are conducted.
PCOA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Employees working at least thirty (30) hours per week are eligible for medical, (PPO and HDHP with or without an HSA) dental, and vision benefits. Employees working at least thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hours per week are eligible for additional voluntary life and AD&D, as well as long- and short-term disability benefits.
• Regular, full-time employees receive fourteen (14) paid holidays, twenty-one (21) days of vacation, and fifteen and a half (15.5) days of sick leave. Part-time employees receive a prorated amount of time off depending on the number of hours worked.
• A bilingual pay differential is available to employees in a bilingual-eligible position upon receiving an acceptable score on a fluency examination.
• Employees are immediately eligible to contribute and are vested in a 401K plan upon hire.
• An employee wellness and employee assistance program are available to support the health and wellness of all PCOA employees and members of their households.
• In-house training and professional development opportunities are available.
About Pima Council on Aging:
Pima Council on Aging’s mission is to promote dignity and respect for aging and to advocate for independence in the lives of Pima County’s older adults and their families. We are Pima County’s leading experts on aging well, advocacy, and unbiased information for older adults and their families. Founded in 1967, PCOA was among the first aging services organizations in the nation. We are passionate about improving the experience of aging in our community.
With more than five decades of service to Pima County’s communities, we have developed an unparalleled network of service partners and programs and older adults. This allows us to continually find new ways to serve our community through direct services and partnerships. We strive to be inclusive, innovative, and integrated into the fabric of our community. The agency budget of $17M, which includes Caregiver Training Institute and Pima Care at Home (members of the PCOA family of nonprofit agencies), is comprised of national, state, and local government contracts; grants, contributions, and gifts; program fees; and special event revenues.
Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity:
At Pima Council on Aging, we don’t just accept differences – their importance is one of our key values. We are committed to building a team that serves the community by representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, skills, and abilities. As an equal opportunity employer, we support diversity, foster equity, and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all.
Purpose:This position primarily provides education and active movement-based activities to older adults within the community that support their ability to age well. This is a lead position affording g...
Purpose: This position manages all government and contract billings and monitoring related budget and tracking reports.
Category: Regular, Full-time; Non-exempt, Hourly
Reports to: Controller
Compensation: Starting at $17.29 per hour (Dependent upon relevant education, experience, and preferred qualifications).
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
• Performs monthly DES billing for PCOA direct services, provider contracts, and the Community Service System (CSS).
• Prepares and monitors monthly client cost share invoices and PCAH private pay invoices.
• Prepares all government and contract billings and monitors related budget and tracking reports.
• Prepares and monitors monthly client cost share invoices and PCAH private pay client invoices. Maintains AR monitoring reports for clients and budgets and attends meetings.
• Prepares and submits ALTCS billings and related research on submissions.
• Attends and actively collaborates with others at all scheduled meetings and trainings.
• Builds and maintains a cooperative working relationship with others.
• Utilizes technical expertise to complete all assigned tasks with an emphasis on quality and timeliness.
• Works independently and collaboratively with others with minimal supervision.
• Ensures that work adheres to local, state, and federal governmental regulations, and other applicable rules and requirements.
• Uses virtual collaboration platforms to perform work as necessary (e.g. Zoom or Teams).
• Participates in individual and team meetings, huddles, trainings, and scheduled events.
Qualifications:
An equivalent combination of education and experience related to the position may be considered.
• A High school diploma or GED; some college or an Associate's degree with coursework in accounting is preferred.
• At least one (1) year of experience in finance or accounts payable; two (2) years is preferred.
• At least one (1) year of experience in fund account billing is preferred.
• At least one (1) year of experience in data entry; two (2) years is preferred.
Additional Qualifications:
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain AZ Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance and Central Registry background clearance.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
• Skill in the use of MIP or similar accounting software.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office suite and virtual collaboration platforms.
• Ability to create, maintain, and enter information in databases with accuracy.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the vision, mission, and values of Pima Council on Aging and its family of non-profit companies.
• Ability to effectively communicate with, receive information from, and convey information to others.
• Ability to manage time, organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on work assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, printers, and phone systems.
• Ability to professionally represent the organization and work harmoniously with diverse populations including staff, clients, and providers.
Schedule, Post of Duty, & Travel Requirements:
• 37.5 hours weekly, primarily Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• This position is located at the Lupu Building (8467 East Broadway, Tucson AZ 85710).
• Some remote work may be available.
• Infrequent travel is required between PCOA locations.
PCOA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Employees working at least thirty (30) hours per week are eligible for medical, (PPO and HDHP with or without an HSA) dental, and vision benefits. Employees working at least thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hours per week are eligible for additional voluntary life and AD&D, as well as long- and short-term disability benefits.
• Regular, full-time employees receive fourteen (14) paid holidays, twenty-one (21) days of vacation, and fifteen and a half (15.5) days of sick leave. Part-time employees receive a prorated amount of time off depending on the number of hours worked.
• A bilingual pay differential is available to employees in a bilingual-eligible position upon receiving an acceptable score on a fluency examination.
• Employees are immediately eligible to contribute and are vested in a 401K plan upon hire.
• An employee wellness and employee assistance program are available to support the health and wellness of all PCOA employees and members of their households.
• In-house training and professional development opportunities are available.
About Pima Council on Aging:
Pima Council on Aging’s mission is to promote dignity and respect for aging and to advocate for independence in the lives of Pima County’s older adults and their families. We are Pima County’s leading experts on aging well, advocacy, and unbiased information for older adults and their families. Founded in 1967, PCOA was among the first aging services organizations in the nation. We are passionate about improving the experience of aging in our community.
With more than five decades of service to Pima County’s communities, we have developed an unparalleled network of service partners and programs and older adults. This allows us to continually find new ways to serve our community through direct services and partnerships. We strive to be inclusive, innovative, and integrated into the fabric of our community. The agency budget of $17M, which includes Caregiver Training Institute and Pima Care at Home (members of the PCOA family of nonprofit agencies), is comprised of national, state, and local government contracts; grants, contributions, and gifts; program fees; and special event revenues.
Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity:
At Pima Council on Aging, we don’t just accept differences – their importance is one of our key values. We are committed to building a team that serves the community by representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, skills, and abilities. As an equal opportunity employer, we support diversity, foster equity, and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all.
Purpose: This position manages all government and contract billings and monitoring related budget and tracking reports. Category: Regular, Full-time; Non-exempt, Hourly Reports to: Controller Compensa...
Purpose: This position provides clerical and administrative support services and participates in special projects as needed.
Reports To: Information Technology Director
Compensation: Starting at $15.68 per hour (Dependent upon relevant education, experience, and preferred qualifications).
Category: Regular, Full-time; Non-exempt, Hourly
Schedule, Post of Duty, & Travel Requirements:
• 37.5 hours weekly, primarily Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• This position is located at the Katie Building (600 South Country Club Road, Tucson AZ 85716).
• Some travel is required between PCOA locations.
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
• Assists with various administrative and clerical tasks and other special projects as assigned.
• Compiles, stores, retrieves, and reports organizational and program data as needed.
• Assists with various administrative and clerical tasks and other special projects as assigned.
• Completes all assigned tasks with an emphasis on quality and timeliness.
• Handles routine correspondence and other requests for information.
• Provides customer service to clients and visitors in person, by phone, or through email correspondence.
• Ensures that work adheres to local, state, and federal governmental regulations, and other applicable rules and requirements.
• Completes all assigned tasks with an emphasis on quality and timeliness.
• Participates in individual and team meetings, huddles, trainings, and scheduled events.
• Uses virtual collaboration platforms to perform work as necessary (e.g. Zoom or Teams).
Qualifications:
An equivalent combination of education and experience related to the position may be considered.
• A High School diploma or GED; some college or an Associate's degree is preferred.
• At least six (6) months of experience in administrative support, data entry, Microsoft Office Suite, and customer service; one (1) year is preferred.
Additional Qualifications:
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain AZ Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance and Central Registry background clearance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge and skill in customer service relations.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office suite and virtual collaboration platforms.
• Ability to create, maintain, and enter information in databases with accuracy.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the vision, mission, and values of Pima Council on Aging and its family of non-profit companies.
• Ability to effectively communicate with, receive information from, and convey information to others.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, printers, and phone systems.
• Ability to professionally represent the organization and work harmoniously with diverse populations including staff, clients, and providers.
Physical & Environmental Factors:
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand, and occasionally climb or balance, squat, stoop, twist, turn, push, pull, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms.
• Hearing requirements include the ability to listen and respond appropriately to conversations in person, virtually, and over the phone.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• This position works in an office environment with low noise levels due mostly to office equipment.
• This position frequently must lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and infrequently must lift and/or move up to thirty-five (35) pounds.
PCOA reserves the right to modify and interpret this position description. This description in no way implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This position description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise; the employment relationship remains “at will.” The position requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.
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- Travel when required to client’s home via personal car or public transportation.
- Provide or assist client with personal care, including bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, transfers, eating, ambulation, skin and nail care, use of special appliances/prosthesis..
- Meal preparation, assist client with eating, or feeding.
- Shopping for groceries, medications, medical supplies as needed.
- Complete client’s laundry.
- Clean client’s areas of the home, including dusting, washing floors, bathroom, kitchen, changing linen, and making bed, and routine cleaning of appliances.
- General supervision of the client including medication reminders, preventing personal injury, companionship.
- Communicate any change in client’s condition with case manager and/or nurse supervisor when indicated.
- Complete requirements for CPR and First Aid, TB and Criminal Affidavit by the expiration date
- Use telephony as instructed to indicate hours worked.
- Communicate any changes in the DCW work schedule with supervisor.
- Applying personal care techniques;
- Physical strength and flexibility needed to bend, stoop, lift during housekeeping, personal care, and transferring the client without any physical restrictions or limitations.
- Communicating with others in a friendly manner; and
- Any combination of training and experience that demonstrates minimum knowledge and skills in personal care and basic housekeeping activities.
- Speak, read, write and be able to understand in English
- Current CPR and First Aid training
- Current DCW Training or to be completed within 90 days of hire
- Current TB test within the past 6 months showing no evidence of pulmonary disease
- Hold or can obtain an Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Compliance with criminal history background checks including fingerprinting upon initial appointment and criminal affidavit on an annual basis thereafter.
- Compliance with Driver’s Background check to ensure safe driving record (3 moving violations within the previous 18 months will disqualify a candidate).
- Not be related to the ALTCS client as a natural, adoptive or stepparent of a child under 18.
- Successfully pass the skills and written tests of the Direct Caregiver Training.
- Apply online here
- Download and fill out our application form and send it to us by using the "attach resume" field below
- Email the application to hr@pcoa.org
- Fax the application to 520-762-4773
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