What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Center Program Assistant position at Lisle Park District?
Our Senior Center is looking for a friendly part-time Program Assistant to monitor our Senior Center, greet patrons and assist with daily operation of the senior center, programs, and trips.
Hours are 9am-3pm Wednesdays and 9am-4pm Thursdays with some Fridays as needed. Additional hours may be possible.
May require working occasional nights, weekends, and overnight trips.
Major responsibilities include the following. Other responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Greets, checks in, and assist patrons regarding senior programming and services.
2. Assists with preparing correspondence, reports, contracts, and forms.
3. Places and returns phone calls as needed.
4. Maintains inventory of center supplies and orders supplies as needed.
5. Maintains appearance of senior center exterior and interior.
6. Maintains bulletin boards and literature tables/racks.
7. Performs job safely and in compliance with the park district's policies and procedures, work rules and safety rules.
8. Maintains a clean and organized work environment.
9. Performs tasks associated with opening and closing the senior center.
10. Sets up for daily programming including making coffee, loading and emptying dishwasher, and replenishing supplies.
11. Assists with trip planning by making phone calls and performing research.
12. Assists with escorting day trips and overnight trips as deemed necessary.
13. Makes appointments for AARP tax assistance and the SHIP service.
14. Assists with and/or leads in-house senior programs as needed.
Requirements:
- Knowledge of office procedures, methodology and computer equipment typically acquired through the completion of a high school business related program or equivalent.
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Minimum of 2 years related experience
Physical requirements include:
good speaking, hearing and vision abilities; excellent hand-eye coordination; ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds occasionally and a negligible amount frequently; reach for and handle objects.
Salary : $15
