Senior Center Meals & Programs 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

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.