Part-Time Recreation Assistant: Senior Center

Town of Poughkeepsie; Arlington (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

New York Retirement System eligibility

Job summary

Town of Poughkeepsie invites applications for a Part-Time Recreation Assistant at the Senior Center. The role supports daily operations, assists with programs for seniors and youth, and helps with events, registration, and activities under supervision.

This entry-level position emphasizes friendly, patient customer service, ability to lift light loads, basic computer tasks, and weekend availability to support programming.

Qualifications

• Entry-level recreation work under supervision at a senior center.
• Supports activities for seniors, children and teens.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow written/oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Make/serve coffee and light snacks as part of program support.
• Register memberships for programs and events on computer.
• Assist with setup and cleanup of rooms for events and activities.
• Help supervise activities and maintain orderly spaces.
• Chaperone trips and support special events as needed.

Skills

Ability to lift 10 pounds

Basic computer literacy

Respectful demeanor

Weekend availability

Experience with older adults

Job description

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Part-Time Recreation Assistant: Senior Center

Location: Town of Poughkeepsie Senior Center

Hours: 8:30-2:30, varying weekdays (occasional Saturday), expected 12 hours a week

Hourly rate: $16.00; Eligible for New York State and Local Retirement System

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is entry-level work in the field of recreation and involves the performance of routine tasks under the direct supervision of a Recreation Leader or other higher-level employee. The incumbent coordinates activities for special populations, i.e., senior citizens, children, teens. Supervision of other staff is not normally a responsibility of workers in this class.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: The following is indicative of the level and types of activities performed by incumbents in this title. It is not meant to be all-inclusive and does not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed that could reasonably be expected to be performed by an employee in this title.

• Assists in conducting a program at a recreation facility, a senior citizen center, or after-school program; 2. Assists in conducting crafts, dances, tournaments, story-telling sessions, dramatics and special events, etc.; 3. May do grocery shopping and setting up for special events, e.g. senior luncheons; 4. Assists with organizing and chaperoning trips and other group activities; 5. When assigned to a recreation program, assists in instructing children in games, sports, arts and crafts, dancing, singing and other activities; 6. Supervises children's games and maintains order; 7. Keeps records of such things as attendance, activities, expenses, supplies and equipment; 8. Helps make up schedule for sports and special events; 9. Distributes and collects equipment.

Recreation Assistant staff at the Town of Poughkeepsie Senior Center work to promote and provide a welcoming community center to our 55+ membership. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Make/Serve coffee and light snacks
• Help as needed for larger events and parties
• Register memberships for programs, classes, trips, etc., on computer
• Offer assistance to or independently facilitate senior programming
• Maintain a tidy workspace in kitchen & other areas of the senior center. (Typically, this includes a thorough cleaning of the kitchen and coffee areas and wiping down tables in the center but may also include sweeping/vacuuming/mopping spills as needed.)
• Serve as a "chaperone" for trips outside the community
• Set up rooms for special events (helping to move tables, chairs, etc.)
• Participate in development of new programs and special events
• Interact positively with other staff members and activity participants

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to learn quickly; Ability to get along well with adults and children; Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Personal characteristics necessary to perform the duties of the position; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Town of Poughkeepsie Preferences

• Ability to lift 10 pounds and stand/move for long periods.
• Basic computer literacy to register memberships, trips, events and so on
• Respectful, compassionate demeanor toward staff and membership
• Availability to work occasional weekend hours to support programming and events
• Previous experience (1-3 years) working with older adults preferred

The title of Recreation Assistant is a civil service title. No exam needed.

Town of Poughkeepsie is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and compensation. Further information is available from the Human Resources Department. The Town of Poughkeepsie does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis, of sex, race, color, age, marital status, national origin, religion, disability, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected category. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested.