Activity Assistant

POSITION/FLSA

Senior Center Activity Assistant (Part-time/Non-Exempt)

SUPERVISOR

Reports to and works under the direct supervision of the Senior Center Director

HOURS

Varies. Day Hours. Weekend availability. Flexible work schedule.

SALARY

Starting at $10.00/hr.

NATURE OF WORK

The Senior Center Activity Assistant will assist the Senior Center Director and Senior Center Assistant Director with organizing, and implementing a diversified program of recreational, educational and social activities at the Senior Center that meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals aged 60 and over in our service area. Must be able to work independently and part of a team to achieve organizational and Lancaster County Office of Aging goals.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Implement daily programming, oversee and be an active participant/leader at all times within the senior center

Supervise work assignments of participants, community volunteers

Supervise lunch program

Takes photos of programing for use in marketing via social media or written communication

Stimulate cooperation among participants and strive to maintain group interest and involvement

Uses afternoon planning and administration time effectively

Maintain accurate/current records and complete reports in a timely manner (e.g., AAA, etc.)

Assess the needs of participants experiencing difficulty and address appropriately, if necessary bring to director's or OOA's attention

Educate participants in fundraising and encourage them to assist in planning and implementing successful events to support the senior center budget

Assist in evaluating program outcomes

Participate in team meetings, staff meetings and trainings

Coordinate transportation as needed

Maintain knowledge of current county and state Senior Center Program Directive (APD) requirements

Communicate and work effectively with participants, coworkers and the public

Provide a safe environment for all senior center activities

Light cleaning as necessary

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to use Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook

Ability to learn and use Co-pilot our on-line data tracking system

Preferred Experience working with older adults

Current or willing to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Current or willing to obtain ServSafe Certification

All applicants are subject to background checks/clearances

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility to work in a typical office setting; strength and agility to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds; stamina to stand and walk for extended periods of time; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.