Senior Community Programs Coordinator

Hamilton Madison House; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Hamilton-Madison House in New York, NY, is seeking a part-time Program and Activities Coordinator to oversee educational and recreational programming at Southbridge Towers for residents aged 60 and over.

You will develop culturally appropriate activities, advertise programs to the community, and coordinate volunteers and events. The role reports to the Assistant Executive Director of Older Adult and Community Services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in human services or related field; alternative with extensive experience.
• Experience planning recreational/educational activities for older adults.
• Ability to work with groups, especially older adults; energetic and warm
• Computer literate with MS Office; basic graphic design tools

Responsibilities

• Program instructors and volunteers report to this position
• Responsible for planning and conducting recreational and cultural activities
• Responsible for planning and trainings on Elder Abuse, Crime Prevention and Safety specialized for Older Adults
• Coordinates trips, group activities, workshops, and special events such as holiday meals, birthday parties, special holiday celebrations, etc.
• Coordinates the program’s volunteer activities, including working with the Volunteer Director in recruitment, screening,training, and supervision of the volunteers
• Also coordinates inter-agency and intergenerational activities
• Prepares fliers, newsletters, bulletin boards, activity schedules, etc.
• Responsible for keeping volunteer and client attendance and any other individual and group activityrecords
• Develops, coordinates, and runs new program activities and outreach events

Skills

Program coordination

Volunteer management

Group facilitation

Bilingual (English/Chinese)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Associate’s degree

High school diploma with relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Publisher or Canva

Job description

Hamilton-Madison House in New York, NY, is seeking a part-time Program and Activities Coordinator to oversee educational and recreational programming at Southbridge Towers for residents aged 60 and over.

You will develop culturally appropriate activities, advertise programs to the community, and coordinate volunteers and events. The role reports to the Assistant Executive Director of Older Adult and Community Services.