Senior Center Program Assistant External Job Posting

Meridian Township•Okemos, MI

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Center Program Assistant serves as the first point of contact for members and guests while supporting daily operations at Meridian Senior Center. The role provides administrative, program, and customer service support and contributes to marketing, events, and community engagement. The assistant is expected to act as a welcoming ambassador for the Senior Center and advocate for older adults. The position supports a partnership between Meridian Township and Okemos Public Schools and is employed through EDUStaff, a third-party educational staffing provider. The position offers an hourly rate of $17.61–$18.00, depending on relevant experience, for up to 30 hours per week. The schedule may vary with programming and operational needs. Typical hours are Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The role is scheduled off during spring and winter breaks, major holidays, and occasional building closures, with availability needed for occasional evening and weekend events.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification; the employer covers the cost.
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Gmail) or similar office software.
Ability to quickly learn and effectively use MySeniorCenter, ARUX, Canva, and Weebly.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with older adults, staff, and community members.
Demonstrated customer service skills, including patience, professionalism, and problem-solving.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the facility regularly; sit for extended periods; perform repetitive wrist and hand motions; lift and move up to 25 pounds; and assist with room setup.
Selected new employees must submit to fingerprinting and a criminal background check at the employee’s expense.

Nice To Haves

Additional education or relevant coursework.
Previous administrative or office support experience.
Experience working with older adults or in a community-based setting.

Responsibilities

Act as the first point of contact and receptionist for guests and members.
Assist members with checking in at the kiosk.
Explain the application process to guests and prospective members and provide tours of the Center.
Provide community resources to guests and members upon request.
Answer phones and return messages.
Support Senior Center marketing, including e-blasts, Facebook posts, and flyers.
Maintain the Senior Center Weebly account.
Maintain accurate membership data in ARUX and MySeniorCenter databases.
Assist with bookkeeping, records, data entry, and filing.
Process payments in ARUX.
Create spreadsheets for classes.
Format and help edit the Senior Center newsletter using Canva.
Create event flyers and sign-up sheets using Canva.
Schedule weekly reminder emails for events and appointments.
Schedule appointments for integrative health therapies.
Assist with preparations for Advisory Board meetings.
Create and type office forms.
Assist with special events, including occasional evening and weekend events.
Set up for presenters as needed.
Act as Kitchen Lead during congregate meals and special events.
Keep the storage room organized and order lunch supplies.
Provide volunteer training as needed.
Substitute for the Senior Center Coordinator as needed.
Maintain facilities and equipment.
Act as an ambassador and advocate for older adults and the Senior Center.
Assist with room setup, including arranging tables, chairs, and event materials.