Senior Center Specialist (Part-Time)

BAKERRIPLEY • Houston, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Stability and Connections Senior Health and Wellness program area, the Senior Center Specialist supports a team that provides older adults and other targeted populations throughout Harris County with opportunities to maintain or improve their health and wellness. Reporting to the Operations Manager of Senior Health and Wellness, this role oversees the day-to-day operations of a Senior Health & Wellness center and ensures the program meets high standards and complies with the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) contract and other funding requirements. The position ensures programs have the resources and ongoing support needed to provide efficient, impactful services in alignment with funder and agency requirements. It requires managing multiple assignments in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Food Manager’s Certification within 3 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• 2–4 years of working experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Seek community collaborators to provide health education, nutrition education, exercise, and other resources that promote healthier lifestyles and attract older adults to senior center programs.
• Create programs and ideas relevant and appealing to older adults, aligned with the 8 Domains of Wellness.
• Create and maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment that promotes comfort and socialization, including food temperature safety, meal service, and cleanup.
• Communicate promptly with the supervisor and offsite program staff by email and phone regarding compliance documents, supply needs, incidents, and daily meal orders.
• Work with community and internal agency partners in a manner that promotes a positive image of the agency and Senior Health and Wellness programs.
• Provide site coverage at other locations when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED