Age-Friendly LV VISTA: Build Senior Connections

Career; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Allowance

Education Award

Healthiest You Telehealth

Student loan forgiveness program

Non-Compete Eligibility for Government

Job summary

United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley (UWGLV) is seeking an Age-Friendly LV VISTA to help reduce social isolation among older adults in the Lehigh Valley. Based in Allentown, you will engage with residents, caregivers, and partner organizations to promote health and well-being through outreach and coalition work.

You will help expand services, coordinate intergenerational activities, and strengthen community networks to improve quality of life for older adults.

Qualifications

• Age 18 or older.
• HS diploma or GED.
• Must be able to report in person in Lehigh, Northampton or Carbon counties.
• Must obtain clearances to work with vulnerable populations (Act 153).

Responsibilities

• Assist in raising awareness about isolation and promote connections for older adults through community outreach.
• Coordinate with local organizations, support coalitions and streamline communications and materials.
• Develop intergenerational and social connectedness opportunities to improve quality of life for older residents.

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley (UWGLV) is seeking an Age-Friendly LV VISTA to help reduce social isolation among older adults in the Lehigh Valley. Based in Allentown, you will engage with residents, caregivers, and partner organizations to promote health and well-being through outreach and coalition work.

You will help expand services, coordinate intergenerational activities, and strengthen community networks to improve quality of life for older adults.