Aging and Disability Services Manager

Join Our Team and Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community! Are you passionate about supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities so they can live safe, independent, and vibrant lives? We are seeking a dedicated and community-minded leader to oversee daily operations at our Life Center, ensuring the delivery of essential services: from home-delivered and congregate meals to accessible transportation for eligible participants. In this pivotal role, you'll guide staff and volunteers, foster positive community relationships, and help shape programs that enhance well-being and independence for those we serve. Working closely with department leadership, you will contribute to the development and oversight of services that truly make a difference. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy supervising supportive teams, and are committed to empowering seniors and individuals with disabilities, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to lead with purpose. If this position sounds interesting to you and you are qualified, be sure to apply online at www.churchillcounty.org/careers by 11:59 PM on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Consider joining the Churchill County team! The county pays 100% of the retirement contribution to PERS on your behalf (36.75% over and above your wage, equivalent to $30,683.02/year). The county pays 100% of the employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $12,800/year). AND you will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take-home pay (equivalent to $5,000/year).

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for supervising operations, activities, volunteers, and staff of a life center; ensures provision of home-delivered and congregate meals and transportation for seniors and qualified participants in the community. Assists in identification, development, implementation and oversight of programs and services to maintain and support seniors and individuals with disabilities to live safely and independently.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This class is distinguished from the Social Services Director in that the latter is the department head with management responsibility over all departmental functions while the Senior and Disabled Services Manager is responsible for supervisory and oversight activities of the Life Center and designated programming for seniors and individuals with disabilities. This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff. Recommends selection of assigned staff; trains assigned staff in work procedures; administers discipline as required. Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department; directs the preparation and administration of the department's budget; ensures adequate supply inventories. Writes and coordinates applications for state, federal, foundation and other grants, ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal statutes, regulations and/or guidelines; administers relevant grants to be sure timetables and all grant requirements are being met. Completes welfare checks via phone; problem solves and responds to crisis situations; refers clients to resources as needed. Assists clients with registration processes for access to Life Center services and services to support independent living. for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Conducts individual and family assessments through home and/or office visits. Develops and maintains ongoing working relationships with other social services agencies, organizations, services clubs, and community groups; participates in active outreach at events in the community. Represents the county at meetings and events with other agencies and the public. Performs daily, monthly, quarterly, annual reporting and data entry. Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local, and department laws, regulations, and requirements. Ensures that food preparation equipment, cooking and serving utensils, kitchen work areas and the dining area are orderly, clean, and sanitary. Oversees building/facilities operations such as repairs, janitorial maintenance, security, and safety issues; reports need for repairs and follows-up on services. Evaluates and monitors assigned activities/programs and recommends improvements. Investigates service complaints and recommends remedial action if required; ensures the quality and consistency of services provided by assigned staff. Performs duties of center staff as required. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the center's and Social Services Department's services to their customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Represents the county with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

Associate's degree in human services, social work, psychology, or a related field; AND two (2) years of community service center operations management experience or two (2) years of experience providing services to seniors and/or people with disabilities; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance review and evaluation, and employee training and discipline. Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation. Principles and practices of developing teams, motivating employees, and managing in a team environment. Program policies and procedures related to the provision of human services. Principles and practices of facilities management. Principles and practices of budget development and administration. Grant research, application, and administration processes. Practices and methods of senior and disability services or community center needs assessments and program evaluation. Crisis intervention and counseling techniques and practices. Community resources and programs available to clients with identified needs. Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment. Principles and practices of food service operations. Record keeping principles and practices. Business arithmetic. Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone. Computer applications related to the work.

Skill in:

Planning, assigning, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff. Developing effective work teams and motivating individuals to meet goals and objectives and provide customer services in the most cost effective and efficient manner. Developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards. Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. Interviewing and counseling clients. Performing accurate arithmetic calculations. Maintaining accurate records and files related to work performed. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or division goals, objectives and activities. Communicating effectively in oral and written forms. Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone. Organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines. Instructing others in work procedures, policies and practices.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

Nevada driver's license. Servsafe certification or equivalent. First Aid, CPR and elder abuse training/certification within three (3) months of date of employment. The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility to work in a typical office setting; strength and agility to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds; stamina to stand and walk for extended periods of time; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Work is subject to performance under exposure to temperature extremes, fumes, gases, noise, and chemicals.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable). Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.