Job Description

With an overarching mission to eliminate ageism and ensure the dignity and quality of life of approximately 1.8 million older New Yorkers, the NYC Department for the Aging is deeply committed to helping older adults age in their homes and creating a community-care approach that reflects a model age-inclusive city.

The Home Based Unit oversees the case management, home care and friendly visiting programs. The unit's role is to provide technical assistance and contract oversight to ensure that older adults can continue to live safely at home by receiving quality services.

The Deputy Director under the supervision of the Senior Director but with latitude for independent judgment and initiative will reach out in a coordinated way to under-served communities and isolated and difficult to reach older adults in need of services and support. Older adults are often unaware of existing services that can enable them to continue living at home and in thei...