Part-Time Senior Center Assistant

Camden County Board of Commissioners; Woodbine (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Camden County Board of Commissioners is seeking staff for the Senior Center to support daily operations, assist with activities, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for participants. The role involves serving meals, supervising activities, and helping with fundraising events in a busy senior-centered setting.

The position requires good communication, organization, and the ability to interact respectfully with seniors.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with high school or equivalent.
• Experience in customer service and working with the public is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with crafts, activities, events, and gardening.
• Prepare coffee, set up dining area and serve food.
• Maintain temperature records/logs and cleanliness of dining room and kitchen.
• Explain rules of activities and supervise seniors during events and trips.
• Assist with fundraising activities such as craft sales and bake sales.
• Conduct outreach to inform seniors about services and programs.

Skills

Customer service

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship/Internship or 1–2 years related experience

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Camden County Senior Center FLSA: Non‑Exempt

Pay: $15.00 per hour

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the public safety and well‑being of the participants in the Senior Center as well as assisting with all day‑to‑day activities of the Senior Center. Must be able to attend all scheduled group trips and functions outside of the center with the clients. Must be punctual and maintain regular attendance.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Assist with crafts, activities, events, and gardening.
• Prepare coffee, setup dining area and serve food.
• Maintain temperature records/logs.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining room and kitchen to include cleaning tables, counters, washing dishes, sweeping

and mopping.

• Organize, set out equipment, and supplies, as well as supervise the activities to increase enjoyment and prevent injury.
• Explain rules of the activity and assist seniors.
• Engage with seniors: i.e., communicate and actively listen.
• Assists clients with any fund‑raising activity such as craft sales, yard sales, dinner sales, bake sales, and other fund‑raising activities.
• Conduct outreach activities throughout the year to inform the elderly of the services the center provides.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Performs other work as required or when directed by administration.

In the event of an emergency, all Camden County employees are considered essential and may be required to perform alternate duties.

The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Skill in working with others in a professional and courteous manner in a fast‑paced environment.
• Skill in communicating with others, both verbal and written.
• Skill in providing excellent customer service.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills (record keeping, time management, follow up, etc.).
• Interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and sense of urgency, ability to prioritize with an emphasis on quality and accuracy of work.
• Skill in problem solving and reasoning ability.
• Ability to take direction, follow instructions accurately and accept constructive criticism.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and difficult people with respect and tact.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Senior Center Director assigns work in terms department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include county ordinances, and county and department policies and procedures and safe food handling procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The purpose of this position is to provide support to the Senior Center Clients and staff.

CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with coworkers, other county employees, representatives from other

• organizations and members on the general public.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, motivate or influence persons, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee frequently lifts heavy objects, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically performed inside. Occasionally work may be performed outside. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, and grease. Work requires the use of protective devices such as gloves, masks, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.