Employment
Join the CVCOA team and help us build a world where aging is honored.
Work at an organization that cares as much about you as the clients it serves!
Our employees appreciate their health insurance benefits, employer paid retirement plan contributions, flexibility, professional development opportunities, and positive work environment.
We are the leading experts and advocates in healthy aging for central Vermonters. One of five Area Agencies on Aging serving seniors and their families in Vermont, Central Vermont Council on Aging serves adults 60 and older living in Central Vermont, their caregivers, partners, and families without discrimination and regardless of income.
Looking for a place to work, grow and collaborate with amazing coworkers & benefits? Come join our team!
*Sign on Bonus of $1,000 for qualified applicants!*
Supporting Central Vermonters to Age with Dignity and Choice
Central Vermont Council on Aging is an innovative agency dedicated to quality services for older persons living in Central Vermont. We believe in and promote employee wellbeing through our wellness committee activities, generous paid time off, comprehensive health, dental and vision insurances, and a commitment to work-life balance. Salary is based on experience.
Central Vermont Council on Aging is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from veterans, mature workers, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.
Current Openings
Case Manager ( Multiple Positions)
32-40 Hours per week
Based in our Barre Office, the Case Manager will work with older persons to remain in their homes through creative connections with state and community resources. We are looking for new team members who work well with others and can empathize with their needs, are comfortable with computers, are strong communicators and are enthusiastic to learn and grow as professionals. The successful applicant will also have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, reliable transportation, experience with data entry and a working knowledge of MS Office, Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience with senior populations and public benefits programs is preferred. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected].
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AmeriCorps Volunteer Outreach Member
30-40 hours per week
Central Vermont Council on Aging has an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about community engagement, direct service to others, and improving the lives of older Central Vermonters. This AmeriCorps Volunteer Outreach Member will build partnerships with community members and organizations to create a local network of direct support services for older Vermonters. This individual will also recruit and engage volunteers to provide short-term services to help people age in place.
This is a great opportunity if you are looking to transition to a new career or desire an enriching gap year. No experience necessary.
This is three-quarter time and requires 1,215 hours for an average of 40 hours per week for 36 weeks. The position begins as early as October 30th, 2023 and ends August 30th, 2024. Member receives a living allowance of $21,053 (pre-tax), and an education award of $4,826.50 (pre-tax).
Other benefits include health insurance, federal school loan forbearance, and various training and networking opportunities. This position is in partnership with the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board AmeriCorps (VHCB AmeriCorps).
Application deadline: November 30, 2023. Applications accepted on a rolling basis; open until filled.
For a more detailed position description visit https://vhcb.org/our-programs/vhcb-americorps/positions or contact Luke Rackers, Director of Community Engagement, at 802-479-1953 or [email protected].
Philanthropy & Communications Coordinator
30-35
The Philanthropy and Communications Coordinator will support Central Vermont’s Council on Aging’s (CVCOA) fund development, special projects, communications, and public relations initiatives. This position reports directly to the Director of Philanthropy and Communications (the “Director”) and will work with the Board of Directors, the Fundraising Planning Committee, staff and volunteers to increase the impact of the organization’s work. This position offers the ideal opportunity to deepen your fundraising and communications knowledge, skills, and experience while supporting a great cause. CVCOA offers a family-friendly organization with flexible hours. Some weekend work may be required to support fundraising and outreach events.
To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected].
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Volunteer Coordinator
32-40 Hours per week
The CVOCA Volunteer Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting and implementing CVCOA’s direct-service volunteer activities and collaborating with AmeriCorps Member and other Community Engagement and volunteer staff on recruiting, interviewing, and managing volunteers. A key task for this position will be matching volunteers with community members for a variety of direct service activities to help people continue living in the homes and communities of their choice. The Volunteer Program Coordinator will also take the lead in recognition of volunteers and coordinating data collection, analysis, and systems development to report and share the impact of all volunteer service activities at CVCOA.
To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected].
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For a summary of benefits and compensation, click here.
State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Regional Coordinator
32-40 Hours per week
Based in our Barre Office, SHIP offers health benefits counseling for Medicare beneficiaries. The SHIP Regional Coordinator is responsible for providing outreach, education and counseling to Medicare beneficiaries and the public about program benefits, with an emphasis on Medicare Part D. We are looking for new team members who work well with others and can empathize with their needs, are comfortable with computers, are strong communicators and are enthusiastic to learn and grow as professionals.
The SHIP Coordinator will be required to take an exam after training for certification purposes.
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To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Wellness Coordinator
32-40 hours per week
We are pleased to announce an opening for Wellness Coordinator in our Nutrition & Wellness Department. The Wellness Coordinator assists the Director of Nutrition and Wellness to develop goals to build and support a comprehensive, coordinated system for the Nutrition & Wellness department, and to administer wellness programs, which include evidence-based wellness programs, transportation and collaborative initiatives with other department teams.
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Interested applicants must send a cover letter and resume to [email protected].
CVCOA Employment Policy
Equal Opportunity:
CVCOA is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs and not on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, need for health insurance, or disability or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
ADA:
It is the policy of CVCOA to comply with all of the relevant and applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We will not discriminate against any qualified employee or job applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person’s physical or mental disability. We will also make a reasonable accommodation whenever necessary for all employees or applicants with disabilities, provided that the individual is qualified to safely perform the essential duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made do not impose an undue hardship on our organization, in conformance with state and federal laws.
Antidiscrimination:
In order to achieve work relationships among employees, supervisors, and managers at every level which are free from any form of unlawful discrimination, unlawful harassment or intimidation, no party shall discriminate against or harass any employee because of age, race, color, religion, sex, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, need for health insurance, disability or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Immigration Compliance Policy:
CVCOA is committed to employing only people who are United States citizens or who are aliens legally authorized to work in the United States. We do not illegally discriminate because of a person’s citizens or national origin.
Because we comply with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, every new employee at CVCOA is required to complete the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and show documents that prove identity and employment eligibility within three business days of commencing employment.
Unlawful Harassment Prohibited:
CVCOA intends to provide a work environment that is pleasant, professional, and free from unlawful behaviors, such as sexual harassment and discrimination that interfere with work performance. Unlawful harassment of any sort will not be tolerated. This includes harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation, place of birth, citizenship, military or veteran status, need for health insurance, or disability, or such other characteristics as may be protected by state or federal law.