Salary: $54,224.00 Annually
Location : Cumming, GA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 03095
Department: Senior Services
Opening Date: 06/14/2024
Closing Date: 6/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Position Information

The purpose of this classification is to manage an assigned center of the Senior Services Department (Sexton Hall), to coordinate programs and events, to oversee the building and grounds, to work with an Advisory Council, and to operate a weekend rental program.
Job Summary

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Develops program goals, objectives and priorities; researches effectiveness of programs, events or activities. Assess community needs /interests and recommends appropriate programs and activities, evaluates participation levels and overall success of their team's efforts and recommends addition, deletion or revision or programs as appropriate.

Coordinates activities of an assigned program/service designed to assist clients of Senior Services with various aspects of life: assists the director with program planning, provides assistance and guidance to team members regarding policies and completion of assigned task; serves as a liaison between the director and team members for the purposes of relaying information and responding to problems or issues.

Supervises, directs, and evaluates applicable staff of Senior Services; organizes, prioritizes and oversees work assignments and projects; monitors and inspects work; assists with complex/problems and situations, addressing staff concerns, problems and performance; completes employee performance appraisals. Works closely with the director regarding disciplinary matters involving staff.

Acts as timekeeper for assigned staff; prepares and reviews employee sign-in/out sheets; approves leave requests and manages time and resource allocations; reviews timesheets, makes applicable calculations, and forwards for payroll processing.

May accompany injured or ill clients to emergency room when needed.

Assists in planning and implementing recreational, therapeutic, and informational activities for seniors; prepares monthly calendar of activities; serves as escort on trips as needed.

Conducts safety inspections of facilities, vehicles and equipment; inspects building for preparation for rental or special planned programming, reports problem situations to appropriate personnel. Oversees the fire drills, tornado drills and other drills and/or tests required by funders or other regulatory agencies.

Promotes programs within the community; provides information for the communications department and communicates events to the public.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, students, volunteers, other departments, clients, the public, resource persons, community agencies, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Counts payments/donations received by Senior Services; prepares bank deposits and forwards as appropriate.

Prepares or completes various forms, work orders, reports, correspondence, logs, client files, referral forms, emergency data cards, service provider forms, calendars, employee sign-in sheets, order forms, maintenance request forms, check requests, or other documents.

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, payments/donations, maps, medical resources, policies, procedures, manuals, directories, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, database, or other computer programs.

Monitor's inventory of office equipment, forms, and supplies; ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; initiates orders for new/replacement materials.

Attends meetings and makes presentations as needed.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Assignment to Sexton Hall Enrichment Center may add the following job duties:
The position plans programming to offer a varied schedule of activities including classes, programs, and events for both
senior adults and the community at large. A background in fitness and wellness would be helpful, including having fitness certifications and ability to teach fitness classes.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Operates a passenger vehicle to transport clients or other individuals as needed.

This classification is designated as a safety sensitive position which is subject to random drug and alcohol testing and any other drug testing methods as stated in policies adopted by Forsyth County concerning drug and alcohol.

Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, receiving referrals for services, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, or conducting visitor tours of senior facilities.

Assists with Senior Services programs, activities, and special projects as needed. Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in sociology, psychology, gerontology, social services, recreation, public administration, nonprofit management, or a related field from an accredited college or university;; supplemented by college level course work or vocational training in human psychology; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving senior program administration, gerontology, psychology, social services, office administration, and personal computer operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess or obtain valid CPR and First Aid certification within three (3) months of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. Assignment to the Senior Services grant programs of Meals on Wheels, Congregate, and Respite requires passing a federal fingerprint background check.
BENEFITS PROVIDED BY FORSYTH COUNTY TO FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES:

Personal Leave Accrual

Personal leave shall be accrued as follows:

0 - 4 Years - 20 days per year - 6.16 hours per pay period
5 - 14 Years - 25 days per year - 7.70 hours per pay period
15 Years - 30 days per year - 9.24 hours per pay period

Observed Holidays

New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving (2), and Christmas (2).

Medical Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers employees a choice of two medical plans offered by Aetna and a plan offered by Kaiser Permanente.

• Aetna Choice POS II - $2000 Individual Deductible (Basic Plan)
• Aetna Choice POS II - $1000 Individual Deductible (Plus Plan)
• Kaiser Permanente HMO- $0 Individual Deductible

Dental Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers two dental plans from Delta Dental:

• Base $1,000 Plan
• Buy-Up $1,500 Plan

Vision Insurance
The vision plan offered by Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is administered by Aetna and will offer office visit copays for exams, as well as copays for lenses, frames, and contacts.

Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of basic life insurance for all of its employees. The Board provides term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) protection for each full-time employee. This is a County-paid benefit.

Disability Insurance - Short Term and Long Term
100% paid by Forsyth County. Eligibility begins date of hire.

Short Term Disability - 60% of weekly earnings to a maximum of $1,000.00 a week. Eligibility begins 14 days after an accident or sickness and has a benefit period of 24 weeks.

Long Term Disability - 60% of monthly earnings to a maximum of $5,000.00 a month. Eligibility begins at 26 weeks to coordinate with the end of Short Term benefits and continues 24 months (Own Occupation).

Additional Life Insurance and AD&D
Rates vary based on amount of coverage selected. Additional life insurance may be purchased for employee, spouse, and children.

Retirement Plan (401K)

Fully vested at five years of employment - 20% graduated vesting annually. Eligible to begin contributions immediately upon hire.

Six Months through One Year of County Service
Forsyth County matches your contributions, dollar for dollar, up to 5% of your pay. That's a 100% return on the first 5% of pay you save.
Years One through Five
Forsyth County "seeds" your account with 5% of your pay each year, and matches 100% of what you contribute, up to 5% of your pay.
Years 5 through 10
The County continues its automatic "seed" contribution of 5% of pay, matches up to the first 5% of pay that you contribute, then adds a 50% match up to the next 5%.
After 10 Years of Service
You continue to receive a 100% County match on the first 5% of pay you contribute, and 50% on the next 5% of pay you save. But now, the automatic contribution the County makes to "seed" your account each year increases to 7.5% of your pay.
01

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in sociology, psychology, gerontology, social services, recreation, public administration, nonprofit management, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving senior program administration, gerontology, psychology, social services, office administration, and personal computer operations?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question