Senior Center Assistant - PT

Job Description

Announcement Open Until Filled

Minimum Wage: $14.90 per hour

Dept/Div: Recreation/N/A---FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

General Definition of Work

Performs routine work in administrative and other support duties in assisting the Senior Services Programs Coordinator with various aspects of the senior programs. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Senior Services Programs Coordinator.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Assists the Senior Services Programs Coordinator in organizing and conducting senior programs and activities.

Assists with scheduling, set-up, space and equipment requirements for programs and activities.

Assists with receiving, storing, and distributing food within established guidelines and sanitation standards for the meals program.

Serves breakfast and lunch for congregate meals and prepares/packages meals for delivery through “Meals on Wheels” program.

Performs administrative office duties as necessary; answers telephones, data entry, maintain records, updates forms, files documents, makes copies, prepares various activities, revenue, expenditure and program reports.

Assists in maintaining an inventory of supplies and ensuring the cleanliness of the facility.

Assists Senior Services Programs Coordinator with monitoring the activity environment for adherence to established safety procedures, with particular consideration for the safety of seniors.

Performs related and other duties as assigned.

Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Encourages and promotes a culture of excellent service.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures of senior and recreation programs; thorough knowledge of proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures; some knowledge of the methods involved in organizing, conducting, promoting and supervising activities and programs; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing, walking, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and

reaching with hands and arms; frequently requires stooping, kneeling, and occasionally requires sitting, lifting and repetitive motions; verbal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; observe surroundings and activities.

Special Requirements

Favorable background history as determined by review of local, State and Federal records.

Valid driver’s license in the State of Georgia with a favorable driving history (MVR).

May require ServSafe certification.

Last Revised: 07/05/2023

Part-time