What are the responsibilities and job description for the Projects + Initiatives Coordinator position at Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan?
Job Title: Projects Initiatives Coordinator
Department: Wechsler Center For Modern Aging
Reports to: Susan Lechter, Center Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Date: July 10, 2024
Job Overview:
The mission of the Wechsler Center for Modern Aging is to reimagine older adulthood in a Jewish communal setting as a time of expansive possibility, purpose, community engagement, mutual support, and blessing. We envision an engaged and connected cohort of older adults who find deep meaning in community, who are treasured by the broader Jewish community for their wisdom, and who will develop the tools and attitudes to successfully transition through life as they age.
The Projects Initiatives Coordinator nurtures the mission and vision of the Wechsler Center and is a key player in providing support services for the 60 community. The Projects Initiatives Coordinator has oversight of the Caring Initiatives, collaborative responsibilities with intergenerational and volunteer programming, and manages social work related services. The Coordinator also provides departmental support for work across the Center and collaborates with the Wechsler team.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Planning, implementation and follow-up of Biannual Caring Calls
- Managing ongoing Call Program
- Collaborative support for Intergeneration English Overseas program
- General program and administrative support
- Regular review of research studies in healthy aging
- Program and group facilitation
- Social work support and liaison with community and social service organizations
Qualifications:
- MSW Strongly Preferred
- Passion for the 60 community
- Strong attention to detail and excellent problem solving skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage many projects at one time
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
- Experience with program management
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
- Easily approachable
- Eagerness to support others
- Team Player
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Salary Range: $55,000- $60,000
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000
