POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Wellness Activities Assistant staff will support all Older Adult Services – Senior Wellness Activities. This position will assist with the implementation of Physical, Recreational & Socialization activities on-site and remotely (on-line or by phone). This position will report directly to the Older Adult Services – Program Director. This position is part of the Children, Youth & Families Division of Catholic Charities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the planning and implementation of Senior Wellness Activities and Services. On-site or Remotely (on-line or by phone).
• Support with outreach and recruitment of older adult participants.
• Register older adult participants, collecting basic emergency contact and demographic information.
• Troubleshoot language obstacles when serving a diverse community.
• Maintain and track participation records and inventory.
• Assist other Center staff and volunteers
• Report to Senior Services Director
• Comply with agency’s trainings and report requirements.
• Participate in agency’s cross-collaborative services

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• At least a high school diploma, or GED preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Technology use skills (Tablet, Hot Spot, PC applications, etc.)
• Effective communication skills (Bi-lingual a plus)
• Be comfortable working with groups of seniors directly and remotely.
• Experience working with seniors and minorities.
• Be friendly, patient, compassionate and enthusiastic.
• Be organized (Equipment inventory and roasters)
• Public speaking ability.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to do physical activities - stand, sit, walk, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check via livescan fingerprint
• Must have TB test performed and submit results
• Provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster status
• Automobile, valid driver’s license and auto insurance per agency policy; or have access to reliable transportation

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work will be indoors and mainly consist of doing activities with older individuals.
• Work will mainly take place at Eastside Neighborhood Center, located at 2150 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA 95116

HOURS AND OTHER CONDITIONS:

• Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• This is a temporary part-time, non-exempt position. Hours will be Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (20 hours per week).

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our Agency’s operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time.

Catholic Charities is a non-profit, non-discriminatory service organization and employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability. Persons receiving services in our programs are entitled to freedom from harassment and retaliation and reasonable accommodation for qualified disabilities.