Goodrich-Gannett Neighborhood Center (GGNC) was founded as Goodrich House by Flora Stone Mather in 1896 as one of Cleveland’s first settlement houses. The first Goodrich House was erected at East 6th Street and St. Clair Avenue, in the heart of the downtown residential area. Flora Stone Mather solely funded the construction of the building and the first ten years of operation of Goodrich House. By 1914, the agency moved east to Superior Avenue and East 40th Street with the resettling of immigrants. During the 1960’s, Goodrich House was renamed Goodrich-Gannett Neighborhood Center, honoring both Reverend Goodrich of the Old Stone Church and Alice Gannett, a long time head worker at the settlement house. With the name change came a new location, the vacant “Carnegie” library on East 55th Street near St. Clair Avenue. In 1974, when Cleveland Trust Bank relocated and donated the adjacent bank building, the Center expanded again. Our historical building is now the anchor institution of the neighborhood serving as the gateway for numerous individuals to access an array of vital services.
GGNC reflects the unique features of the Goodrich/Kirtland and St. Clair/Superior neighborhoods that it serves. With 19,000 residents, this community is the most ethnically diverse of neighborhoods in the City of Cleveland, with a residential population that is 46% Caucasian (predominantly Slovenian, Croatian and Appalachian), 42% African-American, 9% Hispanic and 4% Asian. Our community encompasses an area on Cleveland’s east side which extends from East 13th Street to East 82nd Street, from Lake Erie on the east side of East 55th Street south to Euclid Avenue, and on the west side of East 55th Street south to Superior Avenue.
For Children and Youth:
- Preschool for children, ages 3-5 years (24 children)
- Summer camp for children, ages 5-12 years (72 children)
- After school program for children, ages 5-12 years (72 children)
- Special programs (Computer education, cooking, photography)
- Teen services for youth, ages 13-17 years (35 teens)
- Boy Scouts
For Adults, Individuals, and Families:
- Parent Education, counseling and support (65 parents/week)
- Balancing Work and Family - Parent Education
- Shoes and Clothes For Kids Distribution Site
- Holiday assistance (300+ Families)
- Men Supporting Kids
For Older Adults: LifeLearn:
- Nutritional/meal program: congregate, and home delivered meals
(150 meals/day) - Saturday meal program (200)
- Therapeutic recreation, socialization, nutrition education and
physical exercise classes - Transportation services and housekeeping services
- Social services, advocacy and referral, benefits assistance
- Health screening and assistance, health education and counseling
- Legal aid, voter registration, and Golden Buckeye applications
- Friendly visiting and telephoning, volunteer activities
- Computer education and intergenerational activities
To find out how to make a donation to GGNC, contact Development Director, Sherri Clancy at 216-432-1717.
Groups and individuals provide helpful support to GGNC
throughout each year. If your school, company or group is
interested in volunteering at GGNC, please contact 216-432-1717 and ask
for Sherri Clancy
or William Palliser.
Goodrich-Gannett Neighborhood Center looks forward to opening its new Early Childhood/Family Services Center this spring!
Look for upcoming Open Houses!
Administration Staff
William
Palliser, Ph.D., LISW
Executive Director
wpalliser@ggnc.org
Kristi
Andrasik, MSSA, LISW
Associate Director
kandrasik@ggnc.org
Ali Brawner, MSW, LSW
Early Childhood / Youth Coordinator
abrawner@ggnc.org
Karen Carter,
MSSA, LSW
Family Services / Development Coordinator
Kcarter.GGNC@gMail.Com
Holly Klingler, MA
Financial / HR Coordinator
Hklingler.ggnc.gmail.com
Jovana
Batkovic, MSW, LSW
Adult Development Services Coordinator
jbatkovic@ggnc.org
Bo Yan, MSSA, LSW
At-Home Senior Serv. Coordinator
byan@ggnc.org
Goodrich-Gannett Board of Trustees
Anne Richie, President*
Adina Davidson
Jeffery Donohoe, Treasurer*
Reverend Frank Godic
David H. Gunning
Daniel Lindner, Vice President*
Cory Riordan
Don Snyder
Sandra Vodanoff
Mark Young
Joseph Shrier (Honorary)
*Executive Committee
A copy of our
2007/08 Annual Report is available for you to review.
CLICK on the link below to open it.
VIEW ANNUAL REPORT
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POSITIONS AVAILABLE
06/16/10
Homemaker/Meal Driver (Full-Time Hourly)
Duties as a Senior Services Homemaker include
cleaning the homes of elderly clients participating in
Goodrich-Gannett’s Homemaking program. This includes completing records
of homemaking services for each client according to a Homemaking
Services Plan. Clients reside in the Goodrich-
Duties as a Senior Services Meal Driver include delivering hot meals directly to the homes of homebound elderly clients using the agency’s 15 passenger van.
Responsibilities in Homemaking include: clean homes for elderly according to a Homemaking Services Plan for each client. Duties are dusting, wiping, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, etc. in the kitchen, bathroom, living and dining rooms, and bedrooms. Laundry, meal preparation, and errands are also included. Complete and maintain records for all services provided including: logging time in/time out for
each client, obtaining client signatures verifying services, itemizing services provided, and recording mileage on a daily basis. Drop-off information and donation envelopes to Homemaking clients and take any messages from clients to the Center’s staff.
Submit any donations for Homemaking services to the At-Home Senior Services Coordinator or Financial Coordinator on a daily basis. Immediately report to the Coordinator any changes, problems or concerns that are raised by clients or are observed, (ie: changes in client’s mental and/or physical condition, the client reports receiving other similar services, change in household members). Serve as a back-up to other Homemakers. Assist with other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities as Meal Driver include: Safely operate GGNC’s 15-passenger van to deliver meals (lunch) to senior clients in their homes in GGNC’s service area according to a delivery route and instructions for each delivery. When necessary, deliver menus, donation envelopes, and other information along with meals. Assist in counting and packaging meals to prepare for delivery. Load and unload meals and equipment in and out of van. Follow all procedures for keeping food at proper temperatures. Complete paperwork related to deliveries. Make in-person contact with each client on route, providing friendly and professional service. Immediately report any client changes or concerns to supervisor. Immediately report to supervisor any shortages in meals or meals which are unable to be delivered for any reason. Communicate regularly with any volunteers assigned to assist with meal delivery. Assist in cleaning vans (including vacuuming, wiping down interiors, washing exterior, etc), as requested. Complete checklist of vehicle condition & fluid levels as requested. Serve as a back-up to other Meal Drivers
Qualifications include No criminal record. H.S. diploma/GED. Must have daily access to an insured and reliable motor vehicle. Training in the area of housekeeping, healthcare, and/or working with the elderly - STNA or Home Health Aide Certification strongly preferred! Work experience cleaning homes and/or businesses. Experience in keeping records of work performed. Ability to understand written and oral instructions. Must have at least two years of licensed driving experience - Experience driving a 15-passenger van or equivalent preferred. Good driving record (less than 4 points within the last two years). Work experience making deliveries with frequent stops is a plus. Physically fit to perform all job duties. Able to lift about 40 pounds (ie: coolers with meals). Must be free from the influence of any substance which may interfere with the safe operation of a motor vehicle. Friendly and helpful manner and willingness to serve senior citizens.
Note:
GGNC will verify employment and/or check references on a finalist as well as check the finalist’s driving record. In order to be considered for hire, a finalist must submit proof of at least a high school diploma or GED and any related training/education/certifications. In order to be considered for hire, a finalist must complete criminal background checks (OBCI and FBI) at their own expense. GGNC will provide instructions to obtain the background checks. (If a finalist is hired, they will be reimbursed the expense of the background checks after 90 days of employment). A final decision on hiring the candidate will be made after GGNC receives the results of the background checks and education documentation. At any point prior to or during employment, candidate may be required to complete drug and alcohol testing. Prior to employment, candidate will also be required to get a medical form completed. At any time during employment, the Driver must not have 4 or more points on their driving record within the last two years. The Driver must also keep on file with GGNC a copy of the vehicle insurance on any vehicle that s/he owns. In addition, each GGNC employee must have a bank account (checking or savings) in order for their paycheck to be directly deposited.
In order to begin homemaking duties, the candidate may be required to demonstrate homemaking skills on the job. Eight hours of continuing education will be required annually (arranged by GGNC). The Homemaker must also keep on file with GGNC a copy of the vehicle insurance on any vehicle that s/he owns or is used for traveling to and from clients’ homes.
PAY RATE: $8.00 per hour ($16,640 per year based on 40hrs per week). Mileage reimbursement at $0.445 per mile.
BENEFITS: Medical, dental, life and disability insurance. Retirement plan. Paid vacation, sick and personal days.
HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Typical schedule will be 8:30am to 5:30pm with a 1 hour lunch break.
TO APPLY: Apply in person or mail/fax/email
resume to:
Adult Development Services CoordinatorGoodrich-Gannett Neighborhood
Center
1400 East 55th St, Cleveland, OH 44103
Fax: (216) 432-0770 Email: kandrasik@ggnc.org
GOODRICH-GANNETT NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER is a nonprofit organization with a mission to promote positive outcomes that improve the quality of life for youth, adults, families and seniors through comprehensive neighborhood-based services. Our prime service area is located just east of downtown Cleveland (E. 13th to M.L. King, Jr. Drive) along Lake Erie.
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