Senior Center Program Coordinator (part-time)

Town of Berlin (Connecticut); Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A part-time Senior Center Program Coordinator is needed to support the mission of the Senior Center by organizing programs, coordinating volunteers, and engaging with the community. The role requires effective communication, creativity, and the ability to work independently. Ideal candidates will have an Associates degree and experience in gerontology.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience preferred.
• Experience working in the field of gerontology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily programs and activities.
• Assist in planning and preparing new activities.
• Greet new members and provide tours.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Education

Associates degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Center Program Coordinator (part-time)

Hours: (14) per week

Union Affiliation: Non-Union

Starting Salary: $19.00/hour

Function: The Part-Time Program Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the mission of the Senior Center to Educate, Enrich, and Empower older adults in our community. This dynamic position involves organizing and supervising programs, coordinating volunteers, maintaining a welcoming and engaging environment, and promoting center activities within the community under the supervision of the Senior Center Director and/or Assistant Director.

Typical Duties, Responsibilities, Tasks & Assignments:

• Program Coordination:
• Supervise daily programs and activities, including setup, implementation, and breakdown.
• Assist in planning and preparing new and engaging activities for members.
• Assist Berlin High School student volunteers with birthday mailings and intergenerational activities.
• Occasionally assist with lunch service, including setup and serving.
• Decorate the Senior Center for various seasons and holidays.
• Create colorful and engaging bulletin boards that reflect current programs and events.
• Take photographs of events and programs to highlight member involvement and community engagement.
• Create and distribute promotional materials for programs, events and special initiatives.
• Help promote Senior Center programs to the broader community through media, printed materials and the Town website.
• Member & Guest Engagement:
• Greet new members and provide Senior Center tours.
• Serve coffee and foster a warm, hospitable environment.
• Effectively communicate and maintain positive relationships with the public and staff.
• Administrative Support:
• Answer phones, assist with activity sign-ups, and help schedule transportation rides.
• Help distribute newsletters to designated town sites.
• Help keep the Center’s Fixed Asset List up to date by tracking and recording new or moved equipment and furniture.
• Assist with inputting program and member information into the MySeniorCenter software system.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

Associates degree with a minimum of three years of experience, preferably with programming and supervision of staff preferred. Experience working in the field of gerontology preferred. Knowledge of needs and behavior patterns of senior population. Must be available to work daytime hours, with occasional night & weekend availability as needed. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with program participants, staff, coworkers and the media. Ability to be creative with new programs and work independently, as needed. Must be comfortable using a computer i.e., Word, Excel and able to learn the Department’s software program. Experience working with the public.

Job Environment:

Minimal physical effort is generally required in performing duties under typical office conditions. The work requires some physical exertion such as standing, recurring stooping, walking, recurring lifting of moderately heavy items weighing less than 25 pounds. The work may require specific, but common physical characteristics and abilities such as mobility and dexterity.

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