Starting Pay Range: $20.00
Position Type: FTE (37.5 hours/week)
PURPOSE:
The Program Coordinator is responsible for developing and providing a well rounded, purposeful activity program for the Center’s wide range of adult 55+ participants.
FUNCTIONS:
1. Plan and implement a schedule of Center activities, classes (in-person & virtual), programs, and trips. This includes but is not limited to offerings in the areas of health and fitness, socialization, lifelong learning, the arts, and special events in accordance with member needs and interests.
2. Assist the Center Director with overall program goals and objectives, as well as coordinating fundraising activities for the Center.
3. Monitor existing activity groups and recruit possible leaders, paid and volunteer, for new groups to strengthen the program offerings.
4. Work with volunteer group leaders to develop programs and promote leadership skills.
5. Work with all other appropriate staff to ensure proper coordination and implementation of programs, particularly around outside services being brought into the Center-may include setting up space, coordinating transportation and volunteers, purchasing, and setting up food etc.
6. Provide support, counsel and direction for volunteers, senior aides, class teachers, and event leaders.
7. Design and/or conduct group activities.
8. Develop and publish the monthly calendar and Center newsletter per Agency and funder requirements.
9. Publicize and promote all activities within Center membership as well as with outside community including social media posts and email.
10. Be able to navigate the database system by entering data and running required reports.
11. Manage and handle petty cash with accuracy.
12. Attends monthly Advisory Council meetings to report on classes, activities, and special events and any other committees as assigned by the Center Director.
13. Maintains positive relationships with consumers, instructors, vendors, community groups as needed by phone, correspondence, email, personal contact and speaking engagements.
14. Complete all paperwork and data entry necessary to meet agency and/or funder requirements for registration, attendance, financial transactions, trips etc.
15. Must attend meetings, training and events that are off site as required and directed by supervisor.
16. Provide coverage for the Front Desk and kitchen as needed.
17. Must function in full compliance with all applicable policies and procedures, federal, state and local laws and Interact’ s Code of Conduct. Must participate in Interact’ s Quality Improvement Activities and Compliance Program including reporting suspected violations to supervisor/manager/director or the Compliance Officer.
18. Take mandatory program trainings as required and ensure that they are current and up to date.
19. Adheres to safe work practices.
20. Other job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field, or equivalent experience.
2. Energetic and engaging individuals with the ability to relate to a wide range of adults age 55+.
3. Outgoing, assertive, and well-organized individuals who can motivate and work effectively with staff, volunteers, and participants.
4. Ability to handle stress, meet deadlines, and adapt to frequent interruptions and non-routine events.
5. Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
6. Flexibility to work evening hours and several Saturdays during the calendar year, based on program needs.
7. Computer literacy, including use of internet, email, Microsoft Office, social media, and virtual platforms.
8. Satisfactory criminal, child abuse, and FBI clearances.
9. Must have reliable transportation and be willing to commute to and from off-site meetings.
10. Must be able to work cooperatively with front desk staff when managing petty cash or funds designated for trips.
11. Accurately manage and handle petty cash and trip-related funds in accordance with organizational policies.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must have Valid Childline, PA Criminal History and FBI Clearances prior to seeing participants.
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