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.
Part-Time Team Support Specialist in Harrisonburg
VPAS is accepting interested applicants for a part-time Team Support Specialist in VPAS’ Harrisonburg office.
DAYS/HOURS: This position is needed Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 4 hours each day, for a total of no more than 12 hours per week.
WORKSITE: VPAS Harrisonburg Office, 975 S. High St., Harrisonburg VA
Remote working acceptable:
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: This position provides support for VPAS transportation program, providing transportation to medical appointments, and other community destinations including transporting clients who use a wheelchair. They may also provide support for VPAS nutrition programs by picking up meals at A Bowl of Good, transporting meals to MOW volunteer pick up locations, delivering assigned MOW routes, and delivering frozen meals. The position is responsible for conducting itemized vehicle checks on VPAS vehicles prior to driving them. The full position description is attached.
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 dawn@vpas.info. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Part-Time Custodial Specialist in Waynesboro
VPAS is accepting interested applicants for a part-time Custodial Specialist in VPAS’ Waynesboro office.
DAYS/HOURS: One day a week, agreeable to both the applicant and VPAS, for 8 hours
WORKSITE: VPAS, 325 Pine Ave., Waynesboro VA 22980
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: The Custodial Specialist cleans the Waynesboro Corporate offices, Conference Room, Waynesboro Café, and all common areas on a weekly basis so they are presentable for staff, volunteers, members, and visitors.
QUALIFICATIONS: Successful candidates must have reliable transportation to the worksite, ability to interact with staff and the public in a professional manner, and good time management skills.
TO APPLY: Please submit a VPAS Application for Employment to SAW Program Operation Manager David Taylor at david@vpas.info or mail to VPAS, PO Box 817, Waynesboro, VA 22980. You may also submit by fax at 540-949-7143.