Program Specialist West Cobb Senior Center Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

Program Specialist – West Cobb Senior Center

Salary
$2000 Hourly
Location Senior Services Department Marietta, GA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
04173
Department
Senior Services
Opening Date
05/27/2025
Closing Date
6/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code
105
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
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Position Information
This is a full-time position located at West Cobb Senior Center The purpose of this classification is to develop and implement assigned programs, activities, and services for senior citizens in the County This position will also be responsible for creating senior center promotional material including flyers, social media posts and maintain senior center monthly newsletter The ideal candidate has a passion for serving the senior community and the ability to connect with seniors who have unique interests, needs, personalities as well as establishing a collaborative working relationship with a network of organizations within the community Essential Functions
Develops, plans, organizes, promotes and directs senior programs, activities and/or services in and assigned area: in addition to the instruction of classes, responsibilities may include fund raising, preparing flyers, planning, directing volunteers, and setting up for special events
Conducts assigned classes for participants of different fitness/cognitive levels: recruits participants for new and existing classes; researches activities desired and requested by participants; obtains or provides instruction in activities; and may oversee facility operations related to assigned class instruction
Collects and analyzes data related to assigned program and maintains database of participants
Coordinates senior programming activities with community groups and other agencies: recruits, screens, and trains volunteers, interns majoring in therapeutic recreation, and other community service providers in support of senior programs
Inspects facilities, grounds, and equipment for unsafe conditions: prepares assigned facility for classes/events; sets up tables and chairs, exercise equipment, or audio or visual; arranges facilities, meeting rooms and equipment according to daily schedules, programs and projects of the assigned area
Enforces established safety precautions, policies, procedures, and regulations of the area of assignment
Collects, records, and deposits fees, maintaining appropriate accounting according to established departmental policy and procedure; and prepares documents and reports related to the collection of fees and deposits
Provides clerical support, as needed: completes, prepares and submits reports and forms on center activities; updates weekly and monthly calendar; maintains sign-in sheets; utilizes petty cash fund; maintains inventory of equipment and supplies for area of assignment; and reports damage, losses or maintenance needs to supervisor
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED; supplemented by three years of experience providing programs and services to senior citizens or other special population group
Preferred Qualifications
Cash Handling Experience Data Entry Proficient with Microsoft office systems ( especially power point) to create presentations
Experience working with older adults Willing to obtain and maintain CPR , First Aid Certification High Volume of Calls
Process Registration request Planning, organizing and implementing activities such as trips, games, and health educational programs for seniors
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license Must obtain CPR and First Aid certifications within 90 days of hire
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds) Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally