Senior Programs Coordinator – Community & Wellness

The Employee Connect; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement savings plan

Tuition support

Job summary

The Employee Connect is seeking a Program Coordinator to plan, schedule, and run a calendar of educational, fitness, wellness, and social programs for older adults at our Greenville, SC site. You will recruit instructors and volunteers, track outcomes, and ensure safety and accessibility across all activities.

This full-time, on-site role offers a weekday schedule with occasional evenings or weekend events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in recreation, gerontology, social work, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Two years or more of experience coordinating programs, events, or activities, preferably with older adults or in a nonprofit.
• Strong organization, communication, and volunteer management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace and basic social media tools.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds for event setup.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Comfort speaking in front of groups and leading introductions, announcements, and small events.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends for special events.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and deliver a calendar of educational, fitness, wellness, and social programs.
• Recruit, onboard, and coordinate instructors, presenters, and volunteers.
• Track program attendance, outcomes, and member feedback.
• Build partnerships with community organizations, health providers, and local businesses.
• Promote programs through newsletters, social media, and member communications.
• Manage program supplies, room setup, and budgets within approved limits.
• Support grant reporting with accurate program data.
• Welcome members and handle questions and concerns with warmth and professionalism.
• Coordinate special events and seasonal activities.
• Ensure programs follow safety, accessibility, and organizational policies.
• Develop new program ideas based on member interests, community needs, and participation trends.
• Prepare monthly program reports and share results with leadership and the board.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Volunteer management

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Social media tools

Job description

The Employee Connect is seeking a Program Coordinator to plan, schedule, and run a calendar of educational, fitness, wellness, and social programs for older adults at our Greenville, SC site. You will recruit instructors and volunteers, track outcomes, and ensure safety and accessibility across all activities.

This full-time, on-site role offers a weekday schedule with occasional evenings or weekend events.