What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Leader - Tim D Lee Senior Center position at Cobb County Government?
This is a full-time position located at the front desk at the Tim D Lee Senior Center. This position will be responsible for working directly with our senior population, as well as the public. The purpose of this classification is to implement assigned programs, activities and services for an assigned department.
Assists in the planning and designing of programming, services, activities and/or events for assigned department: researches and develops, and assists in researching and developing, content for programming; assists in community needs assessments; gathers and reserves supplies/equipment as needed; creates handouts and informational supplements; and schedules programming.
Assists the implementation of, and implements, programming, services, activities and/or events for assigned department: conducts assigned classes for participants of different fitness/cognitive levels: recruits participants for new and existing classes; researches activities desired and requested by participants; gathers supplies and equipment; and provides skill demonstrations as needed.
Provides customer service to clients and the public: receives and responds to questions and requests for information; provides assistance and information related to center programs, services, materials, or other issues in assigned area; researches problems and initiates problem resolution; and enrolls clients for programs, services and materials.
Coordinates various programming and presentations for assigned area: communicates with community, groups, interested citizens, clubs, civic organizations, schools and related groups interested in education and development in assigned area; schedules speakers and presentations; and schedules activities and demonstrations.
Plans, leads, and supervises participants at various events: coordinates monthly recreational/social activities; arranges and organizes physical space and/or transportation; contacts various venues to schedule activities; and recruits participants.
Assists in the planning and implementation of public relations and communication for assigned department: creates and distributes flyers, schedules, calendars, brochures, emails and other promotional materials; maintains and updates email/mailing distribution lists; and attends public events/meetings.
Provides clerical support, as needed: completes, prepares and submits reports and forms on activities; updates weekly and monthly calendar; transcribes meeting minutes; utilizes petty cash fund; and maintains inventory of publications and other information for distribution.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
If assigned to Senior Services:
Delivers meals to warming sites and to home bound seniors.
Responsible for packing meals, receiving food from vendor (s), reheating meals, delivering meals to senior centers and to clients houses, ensuring food safety temperature goals are met, and maintaining food service kitchen for health department inspection.
Provides customer service to clients and the public, receives and responds to questions related to nutrition services and general questions related to Cobb Senior Services, or other issues in assigned area; researches problems and initiates problem resolution; and services and materials.
Works with Volunteer Services to ensure all meals are delivered by volunteers in a timely manner. ?Resolves any client issues that may arise in collaboration with case management team.
Coordinates various programming and presentations for assigned area: communicates with community, groups, interested citizens, clubs, civic organizations, schools and related groups interested in education and development in assigned area; schedules speakers and presentations; and schedules activities and demonstrations.
Assists in the planning and implementation of public relations and communication for Nutrition Services; creates and distributes flyers, brochures, emails and other promotional materials; maintains and updates email/mailing distribution lists; and attends public events/meetings.
Assists in the planning and implementation of public relations and communication for assigned department: creates and distributes flyers, schedules, calendars, brochures, emails and other promotional materials; maintains and updates email/mailing distribution lists; and attends public events/meetings.
Provides clerical support, as needed: works in multiple client database to ensure client contact notes are maintained, inputs and tracks daily client delivery information, completes, prepares and submits reports for monthly grant reporting; communicates with vendor(s) regarding any concerns or issues, places meal and supply orders, updates weekly and monthly calendar; transcribes meeting minutes; and maintains inventory.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED; supplemented by two years of experience providing programs to special population groups.
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.
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.
Environmental Factors
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, or traffic hazards.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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