Senior Center Coordinator

Position Purpose/Summary

Responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and supervising a comprehensive program that will benefit the welfare of the elderly of the City of Springfield. Responsible for utilizing the multi-purpose senior center facility to meet recreational, educational, cultural, social, and economic needs of the elderly. Work is performed under the supervision of the Director of Elder Affairs. Supervision is exercised over other employees and/or assigned Senior Aides.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates on-site programs such as fitness, health screening, nutrition, community education, and special events/trips
• Arranges congregate meal site which includes reservations, donations, supplies, set-up, serving and clean-up
• Screens inquiries from residents, evaluates needs, takes applications, and makes appointments/referrals
• Assists in budget preparation; adheres to allotted budget and authorizes expenditures, pays bills, prepares and submits monthly statistical reports
• Coordinates meetings by inviting residents, arranging speakers, and organizing refreshments
• Maintains records such as participant registration forms and statistical data/reports
• Uses printed materials and public appearances to inform the local community of activities
• Oversees senior aides by providing training and delegating duties as necessary
• Helps maintain building through spot cleaning and general daily upkeep

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to relate well with the elderly
• Ability to supervise others
• Extensive knowledge of social, cultural, and recreational needs of the elderly
• Considerable knowledge of the neighborhood, City, City departments, and agencies offering social services

Education and Experience

• Associates degree in a related field
• Three (3) years’ experience in planning and coordinating services for seniors OR high school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years’ experience in planning and coordinating senior services

NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements.

Medical/Dental/ Vision
75% City Subsidized
All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision

Retirement
Available to employees working 20+ hours per week

Paid Vacation
Earned vacation time can be taken after 6 months of service. Earned time is accrued.

Paid Holidays
All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year.

Paid Sick Time
Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost.

Paid Personal Days
Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year.

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons.

Training
On the job and instructor led courses available

Employee Assistance Program
Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance.

Direct Deposit
Easy, convenient, and free!