Senior Services Program Assistant

Kearney, City of•Kearney, NE

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this role assists in the management of the City’s Senior Center. The position is responsible for coordinating, implementing, supervising, teaching, and evaluating a variety of recreation programs and special events for individuals aged 50 and older. The work requires interpretive judgment within prescribed standards and procedures.

Requirements

Possess a thorough knowledge of program development, marketing, methods, and techniques of adult, therapeutic, or geriatric recreation.
Possess some general knowledge and/or skills with arts and crafts, fitness/wellness programming, and event planning.
Possess a Valid Nebraska Driver’s License.
Confident computer and communication skills.
Must obtain First Aid / CPR certification within the first six months of employment.
Thirty (30) minute response time from permanent residence to assigned work site.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education, Leisure Services, Human Services, or closely related field.
One year of experience that includes basic program/event coordination, and serving, leading, and supervising active aging adults in a senior facility or recreational setting.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support for the Senior Services Coordinator.
Develop, plan, implement, schedule, and supervise social activities, wellness programs, trips, various recreational classes, and special events for people age 50+.
Perform hands-on teaching functions.
Research and develop new senior programs.
Promote programs and facility utilizing various methods.
Attend and monitor activities as required.
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate seasonal and part-time employees.
Create the monthly newsletter and perform data input.
Obtain program and newsletter sponsorships when necessary.
Coordinate maintenance and upkeep of equipment and facilities.
Monitor and schedule senior center spaces.
Assist in budget preparation and evaluate program expenditures and revenues.
Promote safety in all aspects of the job.
Explain and enforce department policies.
Perform public relations and promote programs to encourage community involvement.
Serve as liaison with participant groups and organizations.
Work nights and weekends when necessary.
Supervise seasonal and part-time employees in various program areas.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, public officials, and the public.
Maintain CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications.
Analyze, plan, organize, implement, and evaluate senior recreation programs, supervise and conduct program activities.
Prepare, organize, and file records, reports, and other documents.
Use computer to manage information.
Handle money and purchasing.
Maintain equipment and facility.