Older Adult Transition Specialist

Greenwich House

Older Adult Transition Specialist supporting older adults with economic, employment, educational, and retirement needs in New York City. Empowering communities with transformative programs.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $0 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and delivering educational programs tailored to older adults, with strong skills in case management, needs assessment, and client advocacy. Proficient in navigating public benefits and retirement planning while effectively communicating and collaborating with diverse populations.

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Curriculum DevelopmentCase ManagementNeeds AssessmentClient AdvocacyProgram Evaluation

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Hard Skills

Educational Program DevelopmentRetirement PlanningWorkforce DevelopmentBenefits CounselingFinancial LiteracyDigital LiteracyJob Search StrategiesOutcome MeasurementInstructional SkillsResource Coordination

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteDatabase SystemsVirtual Learning PlatformsSocial Media Tools

Industry Keywords

Older AdultsAging ServicesCommunity ResourcesFocus GroupsSurveysEmployment TransitionsCaregiving ResponsibilitiesIncome ChangesEducational WorkshopsCommunity Needs Assessments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Older Adult Transition Specialist is responsible for supporting older adults as they navigate changing economic, employment, educational, and retirement-related needs throughout later stages of life.
Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the educational, financial, employment, and social service needs of older adults.
Develop individualized transition and action plans that address changing economic circumstances and retirement goals.
Assist participants in navigating major life transitions, including retirement, re-employment, caregiving responsibilities, and income changes.
Assess eligibility for public benefits, financial assistance programs, healthcare programs, housing supports, and other community resources.
Design, develop, and implement educational programs, workshops, and training curricula that address the needs of older adults.
Provide direct instruction in areas such as retirement readiness, financial literacy, digital literacy, workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, and life skills.
Support participants with job search strategies, resume development, interviewing skills, and career transition planning.
Conduct surveys, focus groups, interviews, and community needs assessments to identify emerging participant needs and service gaps.
Prepare and submit required reports to supervisors, funders, and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Adult Education, Gerontology, Workforce Development, Public Administration, Counseling, or a related field required.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working with older adults, workforce development, adult education, retirement planning, benefits counseling, or related services.
Experience developing and delivering educational programs and workshops.
Experience conducting assessments, case management, and resource coordination.
Experience with program evaluation, outcome measurement, and reporting preferred.
Knowledge of issues affecting older adults, including retirement planning, workforce transitions, benefits programs, and aging services.
Strong curriculum development and instructional skills.
Ability to conduct needs assessments and facilitate focus groups.
Strong case management and client advocacy skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, database systems, virtual learning platforms, and social media tools.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and community partners.
Ability to travel locally to community sites, partner agencies, and program locations.
Ability to facilitate workshops and presentations both in-person and virtually.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical/dental/vision insurance
403(b) plan
generous paid time off
exclusive perks and discounts for Greenwich House programs and services