Highland Valley Elder Services is looking for a full-time member of our Nutrition Team. Position delivers meals to central distribution points for Home Delivered and Grab and Go meal Programs. Helps pack meals in our commercial kitchen. Must be able to work Monday to Friday 6am-2pm, based out of Northampton, MA.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Transports all meals in a safe manner to community dining sites in Hampden and Hampshire Counties. Pick up of the food will be at the Walter Salvo House at 81 Conz Street in Northampton.
2. Prepares for daily packaging; Helps package main meal.
3. Packages fruits and desserts for day’s use.
4. Assists in end of day cleanup
5. Counts supplies for next day’s use.
6. Reports to or calls Kitchen Manager if any problems arise on meal route.
7. Follows all agency procedures handling meals, equipment and van. Any food or equipment left in the vehicle must be returned to the kitchen at the end of the day.
8. Responsible for cleaning of van once a week, including sweeping and wiping down if anything should spill during transportation. Inspections will occur monthly by the Kitchen Manager.
9. Participates in training and development activities leading to strong performance in this position.
10. Participates in required quality performance initiatives within program area.
11. Maintain agency delivery van on a day-to-day basis including getting the vehicle washed once a week, refilling it with fuel as needed, and reporting any mechanical issues that occur to the Kitchen Manager.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of the service delivery area for Community Meals

A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Must be able to move 80 lbs. as needed during shift

Responsible for packaging home delivered meals at the Central Kitchen. Must be able to work Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 11:30 am in Northampton, MA

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Prepares for daily packaging: Plugs in volraths, sets up and fills coolers.

Packages fruits and desserts for day's use.

Helps serve and package main meal.

Assists in end-of-day clean up.

Counts supplies for next day's use.

Participates in training and development activities to keep up with knowledge and skills

Participates in required quality performance initiatives within program area.

Performs other appropriate duties as assigned by the Food Service Coordinator.

Participate in Training, including Allergen Awareness.

Qualifications:

Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds and move it at least 100 feet.

Must be able to safely perform all job functions consistent with food service duties.

Must be comfortable with food safety regulations

Must be able to write and fill out required forms.

Must have the ability to work both independently as well as cooperatively with kitchen crew.

Highland Valley Elder Services, Inc. is currently hiring for a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant reports to and is supervised by the Controller. This position will assist the Controller with all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management and other projects.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Accounting Responsibilities

Prepare and submit monthly bills for state contracts, private insurance programs and other contracts/programs.

Maintain the A/R and revenue receipts from subsidiary to general ledger in the accounting software.

Prepare and enter daily and monthly revenue entries.

Track and follow up on billings, payments, denials and adjustments to state agencies and third-party insurers.

Prepare monthly recurring general journal entries for month-end close.

Perform monthly and ad hoc reconciliations to the general ledger.

Allocate shared costs to all programs, cost centers and grant/contract.

Review Money Management petty cash.

Assist with year-end audits, workers’ compensation audits and UFR filings as well as other agency deliverables as needed.

Maintain a manual of procedures for the position.

Participate in the cross-training of job duties in the Fiscal Office and provide coverage in the absence of other Fiscal staff.

Assist with special projects in Fiscal, as needed.

Attends applicable staff/agency meetings.

Supports Supervisor to meet agency needs and ensure compliance with internal controls.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience in accounting.

Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication skills.

Has knowledge of standard accounting practices as they relate to the non-profit field.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Multiple openings available:
Highland Valley Elder Services, Inc. is currently hiring for a Care Advisor to increase living options for elders by developing, implementing and monitoring a service plan, using a comprehensive assessment procedure, which will best assist an elder to maintain the living arrangement of their choice. The Care Advisor reports to and is supervised by the Home Care Program Director and the Home Care Supervisor.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Link and coordinate resources with elders.
• Make comprehensive assessments through field interview and observation. Conduct monitoring visits at regular intervals and as needed.
• From this assessment, develop and implement a service plan, make referrals to appropriate agencies and follow up on these referrals.
• Act as an advocate to/with the elder when necessary.
• Maintain the case file by completing all mandated paperwork in a timely fashion according to required documentation standards.
• Provide Information and Referral services.
• Participate in Highland Valley's development of comprehensive community programming efforts.
• Participate in training and development activities to increase knowledge/skills for continuous strong performance in this position.
• Participate in required quality performance initiatives within program area.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor to meet agency needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Prior experience with assessments or patient intake
• Prior sales experience a plus but not required
• Ability to operate independently and use discretion
• Strong work ethic and commitment to success
• Caring attitude and compassion