Careers - FCCAA

Application for Employment

Please fill out our Application for Employment. Paper copies can be obtained from the Director of Human Resources at 108 North Besson Avenue, Uniontown, PA 15401

Current Opportunities

CRNA Instructor – Adjunct

Fayette County Community Action Agency is seeking an Adjunct CNA Instructor. The RN Adjunct Instructor is responsible for all of the instruction, guidance, and supervision of nursing assistant trainees in the Nursing Assistant course at Community Training Institute, a nurse aide training and competency evaluation program (NATCEP).

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare for and follow daily lesson plans and objectives for theory, lab, and clinical assignments
Provide 100% of instruction of course content to trainees in the Nursing Assistant course
Manage and supervise class of up to 10 trainees including attendance, behavior, and engagement
Function as a liaison between CTI and clinical partners to coordinate learning activity
Complete all required documentation to support CTI Achievement Policy for graduation
Keep weekly case notes for trainees
Administer, proctor, and evaluate quizzes and course final
Assist Director to follow-up with graduates, track outcome achievements and verify employment
Enter data into Apricot, FCCAA data management system
Participate in outreach events to promote CTI’s Nursing Assistant Course

Classes meet in Uniontown from 8AM-3PM Monday through Thursday for a 7-week session. The position has the potential to teach 4 sessions per year.

Qualifications

Candidates must be an RN and provide a copy of an unrestricted nursing license.

Candidates must have a minimum of two years’ experience as an RN that includes at least one year (or 12 months) of employment in a long-term care facility.

Provide evidence of an acceptable PA Criminal History Record Information Report according to Act 14 of 1997
Provide evidence of a negative test for tuberculosis according to the policy of the nursing facility where students complete their clinical experience.
Must complete the Teaching the Educator (TTE) workshop offered through Penn State University.

To apply for this role, you may complete an online application form above or send your resume to Careers@FCCAA.org . Fayette County Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Shop Thru Market and Child Backpack Coordinator – Full Time

This role, based out of the Food Bank in Republic, PA, is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Shop-Thru Market and Backpack Programs at the FCCAA Foodbank. This position reduces food insecurity in Fayette County by managing all aspects of assigned programs and ensuring continued volunteers and support to sustain program operations.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Manages the FCCAA Foodbank’s Shop-Thru Facility in accordance with funding, agency, and regulatory requirements.
Manages Shop Thru Facility inventory and orders to ensure adequate stock
Coordinates with the Foodbank Project Manager to ensure donated food is processed and distributed before expiration dates
Liaisons with local markets and farmers to identify opportunities to add produce products to shop-Thru inventory (documents and quantifies donations for grant reporting)
Coordinates with the Planning and Development Department to ensure on-going Shop-Thru advertising, marketing, and communication via social media and other local media channels
Serves as a community liaison for the Backpack Program ensuring schools are registered for the program
Ensures backpacks are filled and distributed to students according to program timelines and commitments
Recruits and manages volunteers for the Shop-Thru and backpack programs overseeing volunteer vetting, scheduling, task management, and reporting
Coordinates the leasing of storage space within the Fayette Storage facility including contract management, monthly billing, contract renewals and fiscal invoicing and reporting
Oversees leasing of the facility’s commercial kitchen and ensures those using the facility do so in accordance with applicable rules and regulations
Conducts regular inspections of leased spaces to ensure storage and use are compliant with facility standards and guidelines
Operates equipment and vehicles as necessary to facilitate the pickup and delivery of product as needed
Ensures cleanliness of the Shop-Thru, kitchen, and warehouse facilities and manages relevant inspections
Performs other related duties as assigned

Education/Experience

Three or more years of retail management experience
Program or Project Management experience preferred
Demonstrated customer service skills in a retail setting
Experience managing contracts and financial reporting

Ability to network and communicate well via e-mail, telephone, and events
Ability to plan and organize work and staffing schedules
Knowledge of property management preferred

Computer Skills

Intermediate MS Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience using customer relations systems preferred

Additional Requirements

Must possess and retain a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
Must be able to pass a DOT physical and certification requirements to operate facility vehicles and forklift
Ability to successfully pass and retain acceptable Federal and State criminal background check and State of Pennsylvania Child Abuse screening

Key Performance Measures

Meets project goals relating to number of clients served and quality of services delivered
Timely delivery of backpacks to partner school
Delivers services within program scope and within projected budget and timelines

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit stand for prolonged periods of time to operate the Shop-Thru facility. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds to move and stock shop-Thru items. Some lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling required to stock facilities and manage storage and kitchen spaces. Exposure to cold and hot conditions including freezer spaces to manage cold storage and frozen items. Manual dexterity to perform contract, office, and computer functions. Ability to see hazards within the warehouse while operating equipment.

Nutrition Education Assistant – Full Time

The Nutrition Education Assistant works under the supervision of the Nutrition Education Project Manager to provide nutrition and wellness education to Fayette County with specific focus on benefit eligible communities (Seniors, SNAP recipients, pre-schools, after-school programs, etc.)

Preferred Education/Experience

Associates degree in nutrition, education, or closely related field (or equivalent combination of experience and training)
Experience delivering nutrition and wellness education programs
Experience conducting marketing and outreach activities preferred

Ability to plan and coordinate outreach activities
Ability to effectively conduct presentations to large groups

Successful applicants must have a valid driver’s license; and be able to successfully pass state and federal background requirements.

To apply for this role, you may complete an online application form above or send your resume to Careers@FCCAA.org. Fayette County Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Housing Coordinator

Under the Direction of Project Manager, the Housing Coordinator works with existing, new, and potential FCCAA clients to understand their individual housing needs and assist them in securing temporary or permanent housing.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Serves as the primary housing assistance resource for assigned clients

Determines the needs and available resources of persons seeking aid and works with them to determine what options or programs are available to them
Works with individual clients to facilitate access to appropriate social services including mainstream benefits, (SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, Medicare), mental health services, drug and alcohol services, community integration services, and other appropriate resources as required based on individual need
Works with clients to develop individual goals, plans and budgets and provides referrals to programs that will assist clients in achieving their plan
Ensures on-going case management for clients in accordance with funder, agency and program standards and guidelines
Develops and maintains relationships with community housing resources and landlords within their assigned region.
Coordinates the process of leasing, landlord negotiations, and contracts; or assists in the acquisition of bridge housing
Completes home inspections to ensure structures meet HSQ standards
Conducts regular client visits to determine individual progress, identify issues, and ensure needed services are being delivered
Coordinates inspections cleaning, turnover for transition housing units
Establishes supportive and understanding relationships with landlords
Completes all state and agency required training
Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Experience

Three or more years in a customer service role required
Experience in social service case management preferred
Experience in case documentation and file maintenance preferred

Ability to establish and maintain rapport and cooperation with clients
Ability to protect client confidentiality in accordance with applicable regulations
Ability to communicate with clients who may have learning disabilities or barriers to understanding
Ability to communicate well via telephone
Ability to plan and organize daily work
Ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented verbally or in writing

Computer Skills

Intermediate MS Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience using customer relations systems preferred

Additional Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Must have reliable transportation to facilitate outreach visits
Ability to successfully pass Federal and State criminal background check and State of Pennsylvania Child Abuse screening

Key Performance Measures

Meets project goals relating to number of clients served and quality of service delivered
Maintain above average client ratings on customer/client surveys
Delivers services within program scope and within projected budget and timeline

Physical Requirements Work is performed in multiple settings including client homes. Some work performed in office setting while other tasks require travel up to 30% to conduct home and client visits. Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time required. Some light lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling are required to carry visit materials and perform basic office functions. Ability to climb stairs to enter client apartments and homes required. Requires manual dexterity to use a keyboard and enter client/business information.

Warehouse/Delivery Driver – Full Time

The Full-Time Warehouse Associate/Delivery Driver assists in day-to-day operations of the Food Bank warehouse in Republic, PA. Under the direction of the Food Bank Project Manager, this position is responsible for picking, packing, distributing and delivering food for pantry deliveries and agency distribution. This role also plays a key role in packing emergency boxes and maintaining warehouse inventory.

Work is performed in a Food Bank warehouse hot and cold temperature exposure (warehouse, coolers, freezers, etc.). Warehouse is noisy due to the use of industry exhaust systems and fans. Deliveries occur in a variety of weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, and extreme heat. Ability to sit and drive for the duration of delivery route is required (typically 3-5 hours). Ability to stand for a long period of time to pick and pack inventory. Must be able to lift and move up to 40 pounds to facilitate the movement of food boxes, produce, commercial sized bags of produce, and donated products. Frequent bending, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of weights up to 40 pounds is required to load and deliver food. Must be able to climb stairs in the warehouse, walk on uneven pavement (gravel/dirt) across yards and roadways to facilitate deliveries. Ability to communicate verbally and hear and understand delivery instructions from Project Managers and Pantry Clients.

High school diploma or GED
Experience driving commercial vehicles for product delivery
Forklift experience preferred
Basic understanding of commercial vehicle inspection and maintenance is preferred
Ability to pass a DOT physical (must meet the standard in 49CFR 391.41)
Demonstrated ability to maneuver a delivery vehicle in a variety of locations to facilitate food delivery and distribution
Possess valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Successfully pass Federal and State criminal background checks and PA child abuse clearance

Meals on Wheels Driver- Part Time

The Meals on Wheels Delivery Driver is responsible for delivering meals to assigned homes in compliance with Area Agency on Aging policies and guidelines.

Responsibilities:

Meal Delivery

Delivers prepared and packaged meals to assigned homes
Follows all regulations for food safety and handling
Follows all driving safety regulations
Moves food from coolers and heating cabinets to delivery bags
Assists in the packing and sealing of senior meals as required
Packs hot bags, coolers and meal bags into the vehicle for delivery
Drives scheduled routes to ensure meals are delivered on time
Accurately completes delivery reports and checklists
Ensures proper sanitation and food safety procedures are followed
Maintains required records for invoicing and program reporting
Cleans and sanitizes assigned vehicles between deliveries
Ensure vehicle walkarounds and preventative maintenance are performed on assigned vehicles
Performs other related duties as assigned

Education/Experience

High school diploma or GED
Knowledge of food safety and handling procedures (ServSafe certification preferred)
Experience driving delivery routes is preferred
Demonstrated ability to maneuver a delivery vehicle in a variety of locations (including parallel parking in city environments and maneuvering vehicles off road in rural areas.)

Additional Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Ability to successfully pass Federal and State criminal background check and State of Pennsylvania Child Abuse background check

Key Performance Measures

Meals are delivered within committed timeframes

Program checklists and report are prepared and submitted in a timely manner

Meals are delivered safely without accidents or moving violations

Physical Requirements Work is performed in a commercial kitchen with hot and cold temperature exposure (stoves, ovens, warming boxes, and freezers). Deliveries occur in a variety of weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, and extreme heat. Ability to sit and drive for the duration of delivery route is required (typically 3-5 hours). Must be able to lift and move up to 40 pounds to facilitate the movement of milk crates, food trays, packaged meals, and delivery bags. Frequent bending, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of weights up to 40 pounds is required to load and deliver meals. Must be able to climb stairs with meal bags, walk on uneven pavement (gravel/dirt) across yards and roadways to facilitate delivery. Ability to communicate verbally and hear and understand delivery instructions from Project Managers and Senior Clients.

Fayette County Community Action Agency, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.