Career Opportunities at GECAC

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Throughout Erie County, we are looking for people excited by our vision to work toward a better future for our community by stabilizing households and promoting self-sufficiency. GECAC is committed to fostering a caring environment and creating a culture that makes GECAC a desirable workplace.

What We're About

GECAC is the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie County. With a budget of approximately $13 million and more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives daily. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient, and achieve financial independence. We're looking for great people who share our passion and want to be part of our team!

Employment Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan (with company match)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Direct Deposit
  • Family and Medical Leave 
  • Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (pretax medical with a carryover)
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Health Reimbursement Account 
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Payroll Deduction                       
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Vision Insurance

 We understand that there is more to life than work…we want you to make the most of it.

  • Annual Vacation Leave
  • Casual Fridays
  • Education/Career Development
  • Employee Activities Association
  • Employee Assistance Fund (a crisis/emergency fund for employees funded by employees)
  • Employee Christmas Party
  • Funeral Leave  
  • Length of Service Awards    
  • Paid Holidays  
  • Personal Leave 
  • Remote/Hybrid Schedule                      
  • Sick Leave    

Current Openings

Maintenance/Repairman

March 15th, 2024
GECAC, the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie County, PA is seeking a Maintenance person in the Building Services Department of the Executive Division. With a budget of approximately $12 million and more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. Will you join our team? This rewarding Maintenance/Repairman position is full time Monday through Friday 8.0 hours per day flexible with core hours being between 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.

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Youth Counselor

March 12th, 2024
GECAC is the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie County, PA. With a budget of approximately $12 million and more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. There are two available positions with flexible hours, running from April 2024-September 2024.

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Accountant

February 29th, 2024
GECAC is the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie County, Pa. With a budget of approximately $12 million and more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. We're looking for great people with an accounting background who share our passion and want to be part of our team! This full-time Accountant position performs a variety of fiscal accounting duties requiring moderate exercise of initiative and judgment.

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Senior Center Assistant

February 26th, 2024
Qualified applicants will provide direct service to consumers with the daily congregate meal; keep daily records of service activity, including assisting the Center Director with daily programs including the facilitation of group activities; or answer inquiries regarding local resources. Duties may include: daily activities with senior center participants; providing general counseling; and making referrals. Must have good communication and outreach skills and have knowledge of community resources. Also must have the ability to document and maintain client records and complete monthly reports in line with established procedures. This rewarding Part time Assistant position is Tuesday-Friday 9:00 a.m. -1:30 p.m. (4.5 hours daily)

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Caseworker, Caregiver Support/Options

February 21st, 2024
GECAC, the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie County, PA is seeking a Caseworker in the Options Program in the Area Agency on Aging Division. With a budget of approximately $12 million and more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. Will you join our team? This rewarding Caseworker position is full-time Monday through Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

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3rd Shift Residential Assistant, Part Time

February 16th, 2024
GECAC is the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie County, Pa. With more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. We're looking for great people who share our passion and want to be part of our team!

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Teacher Assistant/Tutor

February 16th, 2024
GECAC is the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie County, Pa. With more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. We're looking for great people who share our passion and want to be part of our team! GECAC in Erie, PA is looking for a Part-Time Teacher Assistant/Tutor to work Monday through Thursday 8:30am to 4:00pm from Monday, June 17th, 2024 through Thursday July 25th, 2024 at the PennWest - Edinboro Campus.

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Intake Caseworker, Housing

February 16th, 2024
HOUSING INTAKE CASEWORKER GECAC, the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie, County, PA is seeking an Intake Caseworker in our Housing Department of our Employment, Workforce and Self Sufficiency (EWSS) Division. With a budget of approximately $12 million and more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. Will you join our team? GECAC is looking for an experienced intake caseworker to provide customer service to and serve as the primary contact for prospective and current applicants for the Housing Assistance Program. This rewarding Intake Caseworker position is full time at 37.5 hours per week.

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Caseworker, Adult Protective Services

January 22nd, 2024
GECAC is the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie County, PA. With a budget of approximately $12 million and more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. We're looking for great people with a Caseworker background in crisis intervention who share our passion and want to be part of our team! This full-time Caseworker position performs a variety of crisis intervention duties requiring moderate exercise of initiative and judgment.

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Cook, Part Time

September 19th, 2023
GECAC, the largest anti-poverty organization in Erie County, PA is seeking a Cook in Albion. With a budget of approximately $12 million and more than 110 staff, we help people and change lives on a daily basis. GECAC helps people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. Will you join our team? This rewarding Part Time position is Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (4 hours daily)

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