Career Opportunities

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Established in 1974, Area Five Agency on Aging and Community Services is an independent not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving the needs of the elderly, the disabled and the disadvantaged members of North Central Indiana.

Current openings:

EAP / IDA Specialist – Logansport (full-time)
Coordinates activities of the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) personnel and the Individual Development Account (IDA) program.  Counsels, refers, and/or aids high-risk/low-income individuals and families requiring the assistance of a social service agency.  Determines client's eligibility for assistance in the IDA/EAP program.  Facilitates the implementation of Energy Education and other program opportunities for the Energy Assistance Program.  Refers clients to community resources and other organizations, as appropriate. Compiles records and prepares reports, as required or requested.  Ability to be compassionate, empathetic, and insightful, while maintaining respect for and sensitivity to the need and rights of families and their cultures.  Associate degree in social work, psychology, or related field or combination of training and experience equal to two-year degree preferred.

Head Start Job Openings

Head Start Food Server / Substitute Teacher Assistant – Rochester (part-time)
Serves meals to children during Head Start program by performing the following duties:  Monitor temperature of food and serve food according to the serving sizes noted on the menu. Take dishes, plates, & silverware to classroom for teachers. Fill silverware containers after each meal and check on these during service to assure that there are plenty of napkins for each classroom. Fill and sanitize bottles and test the water, and clean up the kitchen equipment. Give Teacher's Assistants and or Teachers a 10-15 minute break if possible. Help staff clean up classroom by washing tables and emptying trash cans if possible. Kitchen must be cleaned daily including, sweeping floor, emptying trash, wiping counter, cart, shelves, cleaning warmer and refrigerator, and washing dishes. Check and report supply needs daily. Fill condiment containers as needed so they are full for the next time. Fill all food service requests from the teachers and teacher's assistants. (i.e. seconds on food, silverware, napkins, salt, condiments, cleaning tables, and emptying trash cans that include food.) Check to see if the teachers need anything during meals. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Head Start Teacher Assistant – Laketon (full-time)
Assists the Lead Teacher in planning and executing all component services for Head Start children and families according to the National Head Start Performance Standards and the local component plans. Must be reliable, patient & caring with children ranging from 3-5 years old. Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) required, Area Five is willing to assist with the cost of obtaining CDA.

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Area Five is committed to providing equal employment and service opportunities to all qualified individuals, employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, qualified individuals with disabilities, military or veteran status, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other category protected under federal, state or local law.

To apply for a job, complete our online application, complete the PDF job application, or contact our Human Resources Department at:

574-722-4451 ext. 1227
1-800-654-9421

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