VPAS, the local Area Agency on Aging, has empowered those 60 years and older with the resources and opportunities they need to lead engaged lives since 1974. Our focus is on helping individuals and caregivers successfully navigate the changes and challenges that come with aging. VPAS' Senior Leadership Team embraces employee feedback and input for improving the services we offer in the community in order to be relevant and timely.
Non-Discrimination Statement: Employment decisions will be based on the principles of equal opportunity. All personnel actions (recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, etc.) are administered without regard to any characteristic protected by state, federal or local law, assuming said characteristic does not interfere with the performance of essential job functions. Confidential assistance in completing an application for those with specific disabilities that prevent them from completing it may be obtained if needed.
Team Support Specialist
VPAS is accepting interested applicants for a Part Time Team Support Specialist in VPAS’ Buena Vista/Lexington/Rockbridge Region.
OFFICIAL POSITION TITLE: Team Support Specialist
DAYS/HOURS: This position is scheduled for flexible hours Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm up to 18 hours per week.
WORKSITE: Maury River Senior Services, 2137 Magnolia Ave., Buena Vista, VA
Remote working acceptable:
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: This position provides support for VPAS’ transportation program, providing transportation to medical appointments. It may also provide support for VPAS nutrition programs by picking up meals at Southern Virginia University, transporting meals to Meals on Wheels volunteer pick up locations, delivering assigned Meals on Wheels routes, and delivering frozen meals. The position is responsible for conducting itemized vehicle checks on VPAS vehicles prior to driving them.
QUALIFICATIONS: Successful candidates must have excellent driving skills, customer service, communication, organization and time management skills; and be able to work independently and as part of a team. Attention to detail, compliance with confidentiality rules, and sensitivity in working with vulnerable populations are required. Must also be able to lift and carry boxes up to 30 pounds.
TO APPLY: External candidates should submit a VPAS Employment Application to laynee@vpas.info. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.