Senior Center Operator 1 - (Local Government)

About the role

If you are highly motivated, organized with strong planning skills, seeking a part-time position in a recreational/food service environment for seniors over the age of 60, this is a position for you to consider. Today's Older Active Adult Centers offer far more than cards and bingo. Activities range from trips and special events to fine arts, crafts, music, dance, lifelong learning, fitness and health programs, as well as a hot lunch. Your efforts help older adults stay active, curious, and socially engaged. Be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of local seniors.

Responsibilities

• Program Planning: Design activities, educational events, and nutritional programs that match the interests and needs of consumers
• Service Coordination: Arrange food deliveries, collect donations, and organize weekly meal packing for homebound seniors
• Activity Support: Lead daily programs, connect with speakers and presenters, and assist with serving prepared lunches
• Transportation Scheduling: Manage transportation arrangements for seniors who do not drive
• Program Evaluation: Track attendance, assess program success, and record data in required computer systems

Schedule

Part-time employment. Work hours are 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Three months of experience in providing direct services in a human services, education or a community based setting to the aging population or to individuals from various cultures and socio-economic backgrounds or to individuals who have physical, intellectual or emotional disabilities; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Carbon County. If no eligible candidates who live Carbon County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.