- Organization
- ACES Project - Community Service Society of New York
Volunteer Public Benefits Counselors - Training Provided
- Duration
- Recruiting now
- Location
- New York, NY
Opportunity Details
Ongoing
In-Person
Recruiting now
633 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10017
About this Opportunity
The Advocacy, Counseling, and Entitlement Services (ACES) Project of the Community Service Society of New York (CSS) is seeking individuals, age 55 years or older, to serve as volunteer public benefit counselors dedicated to helping New York City residents in need. ACES volunteers screen clients for eligibility for public benefits like Medicaid, SNAP, and Fair Fares. ACES volunteers also assist with completing applications and resolving benefits-related issues. Volunteers must successfully complete a training series April 8 to May 22, 2025. Upon completion, volunteers are matched with agencies and hospitals within the five boroughs to provide public benefits counseling to low-income families, older adults, and individuals with disabilities. A personal interview, successful completion of the training, and a commitment of volunteer service for 4-6 hours per week for one year is required. Applicants must have advocacy, research, and computer skills as well as an interest in assisting individuals and families with low-incomes and a desire to learn about public benefit programs. No prior benefit experience is required. Your participation in this program gives you a chance to help others in a truly significant way. To apply, go to: https://www.cssny.org/programs/entry/the-aces-project
Features
- Good for Seniors
Issue area
- Children & Youth
- Community Strengthening
- Disabilities
- Hunger
- Literacy
- Poverty
- Seniors
Contact Information
- Meris Noonan
- [email protected]
