Program Officer

Job Description

In order to be considered for the position candidates must be a current City Employee and be serving permanently in the title of Program Officer or have taken the most recent Program Officer civil service exam and be reachable for appointment from the resulting list.

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.

Caregiver Services. NYC Aging contracts with caregiver organizations. These organizations support caregivers by providing information on long term care topics and resources; assisting with accessing benefits and entitlements; offering individual counseling, support groups and care-related training; linking caregivers with in-home, congregate, and overnight respite care;...