Program Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a Program Assistant with excellent technical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills to join our team at Natick Community Services - Council on Aging & Human Services. The ideal candidate will be comfortable engaging with older adults and will assist with the planning, coordination, and delivery of various social, recreational, wellness, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and implement a variety of activities and programs
• Social, educational, recreational, arts/crafts, wellness, and special events
• Facilitate hybrid programs on Zoom and other online platforms
• Enter data into the registration software system
• Auxiliary in scheduling, organizing, and facilitating classes or events
• Support instructors/volunteers delivering programs, including helping with set up/breakdown of events
• Assist with bi-monthly luncheons including set up, serving, clean up and interacting with participants
• Accept and consider program feedback, comments, and ideas from participants
• Maintain accurate records, attendance, program registration, sign in sheets, supply inventories, and event documentation
• Perform industry research to stay updated with best practices and inform the development and enhancement of programs
• Other duties as needed to run programs

Requirements

• Associates Degree and two years of experience in assisting with the planning, organizing, and implementation of programs or events
• CPR and First Aid certified, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire
• Pass a CORI Check

Qualifications

Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Skills

Excellent technical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills, ability to engage with older adults, proficiency in using registration software, and familiarity with online platforms.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

\$23.00 to \$24.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Total work hours are up to 25 per week, Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit one combined PDF document that includes a cover letter and resume with a file name (last name, job title applying, Natick) to hr@natickma.org or to the Director of Human Resources, Town of Natick, 13 East Central Street, Natick, MA 01760.

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