Senior Citizens Engagement Specialist

City of Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Buffalo invites applications for a Senior Citizens Specialist to organize and lead programs for adults over 60. You will coordinate social, educational, and physical activities at community centers under supervision, assisting seniors with forms, referrals, and access to services to help them stay independent in their community.

Responsibilities include arranging daily lunches, records and finances for the program, and supervising center operations to ensure clean, well-supplied

Qualifications

• Experience with senior services programs.
• Ability to help seniors with forms and referrals.
• Knowledge of community resources for older adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide information about available services (social services, food stamps).
• Refer seniors to appropriate agencies (Home Health Care, Meals-on-Wheels).
• Conduct activities for adults over 60 (arts, crafts, exercise, dances, trips).
• Assist in arranging daily lunches and oversee distribution.
• Maintain records and money collected for the program.
• Supervise center operations including supplies and cleanliness.

Skills

Community services knowledge

Interpersonal with seniors

Record keeping

Event planning

Education

Gerontology/Social Sciences/Public Health degree

Job description

The City of Buffalo invites applications for a Senior Citizens Specialist to organize and lead programs for adults over 60. You will coordinate social, educational, and physical activities at community centers under supervision, assisting seniors with forms, referrals, and access to services to help them stay independent in their community.

Responsibilities include arranging daily lunches, records and finances for the program, and supervising center operations to ensure clean, well-supplied