SPECIAL PROGRAMS COORDINATOR - SENIOR SERVICES FRANK BAILEY SR CENTER

Clayton County Government; Georgia; In loco; USD 42.000 - 58.000; Tempo pieno

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Clayton County's Frank Bailey Senior Center seeks a Special Programs Coordinator to plan and implement recreational activities for older adults and develop a schedule of events to meet their needs.

The role includes coordinating instructors and volunteers, promoting programs, and managing records, budgets, and transportation for trips while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED required; experience/education in aging populations valued.
• Strong organizational and management skills with emphasis on communication and people skills.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license required.

Mansioni

• Plans recreational activities that meet the needs of the senior community; coordinates programs and determines materials, staff, and supplies.
• Performs public relations/marketing duties to promote programs and generate participation.
• Interviews, selects, and schedules instructors/volunteers; provides training and recognition for volunteers.

Conoscenze

Organizational skills

Communication skills

People skills

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

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SPECIAL PROGRAMS COORDINATOR - SENIOR SERVICES FRANK BAILEY SR CENTER

SPECIAL PROGRAMS COORDINATOR

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: SPECIAL PROGRAMS COORDINATOR - SENIOR SERVICES - Frank Bailey Senior Center

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION

Plans and implements recreational programs and activities for County senior citizens. Work includes developing a schedule of planned activities and events to meet the needs and interests of the senior community; coordinating and implementing the scheduled events; and evaluating effectiveness of seniors’ programs and services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans recreational activities that will meet the recreational needs and interests of the community’s senior citizens; implements and/or coordinates planned programs and activities; determines materials, supplies, and staff/instructors needed for programs.
• Performs public relations/marketing duties to promote programs and services and generate interest and participation.
• Interviews, selects, and schedules instructors/volunteers for planned events and activities; provides training, guidance, and direction; and plans and implements recognition and appreciation activities for volunteers.
• Performs a variety of administrative duties associated with coordinating senior programs to include: preparing reports of programs, participation records, status of projects and summaries of services, etc.; attends meetings and coordinates activities with supervisor, other staff, and County officials.
• Escorts seniors on trips and tours, which range from day outings to overnight trips and travel. Operates and maintains a passenger van used for trip transportation.
• Obtains appropriate medical and/or emergency care in the event that a participant becomes ill or is injured.
• Maintains inventory of materials, equipment, and supplies; identifies needed maintenance and repair on vehicle, equipment, etc.; orders supplies as needed; reviews and processes invoices; and monitors budget and expenditures.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year of experience and/or training that includes working with and understanding Aging populations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess excellent organizational and management skills with an emphasis on communication and people skills. Must possess and maintain valid Georgia driver’s license.

ADA COMPLIANCE

• Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
• Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
• Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Clayton County, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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