Director, Council on Aging

The town of Medway is seeking experienced candidates for the full-time position of Director, Council on Aging. The Director is responsible for developing and implementing programs and services, as well as overseeing the daily operations of the Senior Center, to provide comprehensive human and social services to Medway’s older adult population

Develops, promotes, and implements programs at the Senior Center. The Director is accountable for the direction and success of programs accomplished through others and is responsible for analyzing program objectives, determining the various work operations needed to achieve them, estimating the financial and staff resources required, allocating the available funds and staff, reporting periodically on the achievement and status of the program objective, and recommending new goals. Oversees the department budget, purchasing, and billing, develops grant proposals to supplement the budget, and maintains records. Performs administrative duties including grant administration, correspondence with state agencies, and report preparation. Prepares monthly Newsletter, arranges printing, and supervises mail preparation. Prepares weekly press releases for local media. Oversees the coordination of the transportation program for elderly and disabled clients. The Director manages the Senior Tax Abatement and meal programs. Participates in and provides management of community outreach services, assistance, information, and referrals to seniors and low-income families. Prepares and submits the Annual Report to the Executive Office of Elder Affairs and disseminates policies. Is the town Liaison for GATRA and runs monthly reports for the agency. Attends and presents training programs, regional meetings, and workshops pertinent to program development. Serves as liaison person to Friends of Medway C.O.A. Inc. and Senior Citizen Club.

Must have a thorough knowledge of social services systems and programs, federal, state, and regional services and local resources, federal and state regulations on programs, and knowledge of grant writing. Must have the ability to listen to and have compassion for senior citizens as well as knowledge of elders’ needs and resources. Must have the ability to develop effective and constructive working relationships with senior citizens, their families, service providers, and human service agencies, and be able to develop and coordinate programs and activities. Must have strong skills in the preparation and administration of grants. Must have experience with training and supervising employees and volunteers and must possess the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must possess superior interpersonal, organizational, and technology skills.

A bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field with five years of related work experience in social services. An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered. Must be SERV Safe and CPR certified.

Please send a cover letter, resume, and employment application to: Human Resources Manager, Cheryl Houle at Medway Town Hall, 155 Village St., Medway MA 02053, or email to choule@townofmedway.org. The Employment Application can be found here:

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Date of Posting: April 7

Closing Date: April 25 at noon

Salary Range: $80,000 – $95,000 depending on qualifications