Part-time Senior Center Aide

The Charter Township of Shelby Parks, Recreation & Maintenance Department, is now accepting applications for a Part-Time Senior Center Aide. Interested applicants must be available to work approximately 2-3 days per week, Monday - Friday, typically from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm. The hourly wage for this position is $16.97 per hour, no benefits.  Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a current driver's license and clean driving record.

Key Responsibilities:

• Answer phone calls and direct inquiries to appropriate staff members.

• Assist in the preparation and organization of documents, records, and reports.

• Maintain accurate databases and records related to program participation, events, and services.

• Schedule appointments and assist with the coordination of programs, events, bus transportation, etc. for seniors.

• Greet visitors and provide general information about services offered at the Senior Center.

• Help track inventory of supplies and assist with ordering as necessary.

• Support staff with various clerical duties related to the daily operation of the Senior Center.

Qualifications:

• Experience in office administration or clerical work is a plus.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) or similar office software.

• Ability to work effectively with the senior population.

• Strong interpersonal skills and a friendly, customer-service-oriented attitude.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand or sit for extended periods of time.

• May require occasional light physical tasks (e.g., setting up for events, organizing materials).

• Only those candidates whose job application meet the qualification of the position will be invited to the next step. The Charter Township of Shelby provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.