Program Aide

PSS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PSS in New York City is seeking a Program Aide to support older adults and their communities. You will serve meals, help with food preparation, and follow safety guidelines to ensure healthy, engaging programming.

The role reports to the Program Director, with responsibilities that include creating menus, assisting with workshops, and promoting center activities. Weekend or evening hours may be required to support cooling centers in summer.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Older Adults preferred
• Excellent Interpersonal and Organizational Skills
• Strong computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Must be able to lift 25-60lbs
• Physical stamina is required

Responsibilities

• Serve meals to center members.
• Prepare food to be served.
• Follow safety guidelines for food handling and service.
• Create and post menus.
• Clean equipment and work surfaces.
• Assist Center Program Coordinator with programming.
• Engage with members.
• Facilitate group workshops.
• Promote center activities.
• Locations changes may occur if coverage is needed at another OAC or the OAC is closed temporarily.
• Occasional weekends, holidays and evening hours may be required, this includes Cooling Center hours during the summer months
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Experience working with older adults preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Make a difference in the lives of New York City's older adults, their families and the community. For over 60 years PSS has performed vital and important work -- through its ten centers, and affiliated programs, the agency touches the lives of over 2,000 people a day. As a Program Aide at one of our senior centers you will be responsible for serving meals to center members, following food safety standards and guidelines, and assisting in programming to keep our members healthy, engaged and connected. This role is crucial to the health and wellness of our members.

This position reports to the Program Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve meals to center members.
• Prepare food to be served.
• Follow safety guidelines for food handling and service.
• Creating and posting menus.
• Cleaning of equipment and work surfaces.
• Assist Center Program Coordinator with programming.
• Engaging with members.
• Facilitating group workshops.
• Promoting center activities.
• Locations changes may occur if coverage is needed at another OAC or the OAC is closed temporarily.
• Occasional weekends, holidays and evening hours may be required, this includes Cooling Center hours during the summer months
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working with Older Adults preferred
• Excellent Interpersonal and Organizational Skills
• Strong computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Must be able to manually move, pull, carry, push or lift heavy objects or materials (25-60lbs).
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, climb or balance, sit and reach.
• Physical stamina is required with the ability to lift heavy objects and work for long periods while standing
• Experience working with Older Adults preferred
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills

PROFESSIONALISM AND OTHER QUALITIES:

• Ability to work well independently and on a team
• Maturity and good judgment in relating to peers, partners, and families
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
• Availability, dependability, and willingness to be flexible
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and think strategically
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and think strategically.

EEOC and DEI Statement:

At PSS we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where all individuals are welcomed, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive.

EOE M/F/D/V