Activities Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Activity Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing a variety of activities and events that enhance the well-being, engagement, and satisfaction of participants. This role requires creativity, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people. The Activity Coordinator will collaborate with team members, volunteers, and external partners to ensure successful execution of programs.

Supervisory Responsibilities: The Activity Coordinator will report to the Center Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties:

• Program Planning and Development:
• Design and develop engaging activities and events that meet the interests and needs of participants.
• Create and maintain a calendar of events, ensuring various activities that promote social, physical, and mental well-being.
• Develop detailed plans, including objectives, schedules, budget proposals, and resource requirements.
• Event Coordination:
• Collaborate with team members to organize and execute activities and events, ensuring all logistics are managed effectively.
• Coordinate with vendors, speakers, and community partners to secure necessary resources and support.
• Oversee setup and cleanup of events, ensuring all safety and accessibility standards are met.
• Participant Engagement:
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Help promote activities through various channels, including social media, newsletters, and community boards.
• Gather feedback from participants to continuously improve and tailor programs.
• Administrative Duties:
• Maintain accurate records of activities, attendance, and expenses.
• Prepare reports on program outcomes and participant satisfaction.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with other departments, staff, and members to ensure coordinated efforts and support.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings and planning sessions.
• Communicate regularly with participants, staff, and community members to keep them informed and engaged.
• Support the center’s mission and goals through active participation and collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years working with the senior community.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in activity coordination, event planning, or a related role.
• Minimum of 3 years customer service experience.
• Skills and Competencies:
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and the ability to design engaging and innovative activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.
• Ability to manage resources effectively.
• Highly motivated and energetic with a positive attitude.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Valid driver’s license with no more than 6 points in violations and reliable transportation.

Working Conditions:

• Interaction with a diverse population, including individuals in crisis or experiencing hardship.
• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support community events and outreach activities.
• This position is somewhat sedentary but requires work that involves moving, standing, bending, climbing, stretching, or lifting.
• Ability to move and/or lift 30 pounds or less of weight or force as needed.
• The position requires manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills, and following written and oral instructions/procedures.
• This position is most often in a climate-controlled environment. However, as it requires outreach, you must adapt to outside exposure during normal weather conditions.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, with proper notification.
• This is NOT a work-from-home position.

Other Job Expectations:

· Assist as needed with DSI special events and functions

· Attends training as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.

· Assist with emergency situations as directed

· Other DSI tasks as assigned by your manager or the directors

· DSI employees are cross-trained to perform other duties, such as home-delivered meal routes when needed. They must also be able to drive one of our vehicles and be willing to use the GPS/Smartphone provided by DSI.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14