Senior Arts Programs Manager - Creative Aging

Senior Living Residences; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Goddard House in Brookline, MA is seeking a Creative Aging Programs Manager to coordinate CAC programs across Boston-area elder housing communities. You will support partnerships, logistics, and volunteer networks while ensuring meaningful engagement for residents.

The role demands organization, relationship-building, and strong communication. The team values arts-based programming that enhances autonomy, wellbeing, and connection for older adults.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 3+ years in program coordination, project management, or nonprofit work.
• Experience supervising interns or volunteers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day program operations and partnerships across sites.
• Recruit, onboard, and support interns and volunteers; manage schedules.
• Develop communications, events, and program impact documentation.
• Plan exhibitions, performances, and special events; track outcomes.
• Support fundraising materials and donor communications.

Skills

Program coordination

Project management

Community engagement

Volunteer management

Arts administration

Nonprofit administration

Written communication

Verbal communication

Relationship-building

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Goddard House in Brookline, MA is seeking a Creative Aging Programs Manager to coordinate CAC programs across Boston-area elder housing communities. You will support partnerships, logistics, and volunteer networks while ensuring meaningful engagement for residents.

The role demands organization, relationship-building, and strong communication. The team values arts-based programming that enhances autonomy, wellbeing, and connection for older adults.