Alternate Senior Center Operator 1 - Dallas
Luzerne CountyAbout the role
Posting number: 01973
Department: Aging
Job classification: Alternate Senior Center Operator I
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Social Services
Summary
Are you interested in a rewarding opportunity to assist older adults in the community? Luzerne-Wyoming Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is eager to welcome an Alternate, Part-Time Senior Center Operator 1 to the team. In this role, you will assist with the planning and implementation of a variety of fulfilling enrichment activities for our senior population at the Dallas center. Apply today to join a rewarding and supportive work environment where you can make a difference!
The Alternate Senior Center Operator 1 is under the direct supervision of the Nutrition Projects Director. In the absence of the Senior Center Operator 1, the Alternate Senior Center Operator 1 is responsible for planning and implementing programs and/or activities in the active adult center. In addition, the employee is responsible to ensure that the active adult center functions in a manner that promotes the well-being of each participant and the centers' programming is consistent with the policy of the Area Agency on Aging and the other appropriate state and local agencies. Some of the duties include maintaining nutrition records, recording volunteer hours and attendance in addition to scheduling center transportation. You will be expected to attend monthly meetings and various training programs. This position oversees the nutrition component of the center including monitoring health and sanitation regulations. You will have the opportunity to encourage program clients to participate in the recreational and instructional activities provided by the center. This is a rewarding career which allows you to assist with promoting a healthy life style by keeping older adults socially active and providing educational and informative programs.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Alternate, Part-time employment
- Work hours are 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday - Friday
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Examples of duties
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Three months of experience in providing direct services in a human services, education or a community based setting to the aging population or to individuals from various cultures and socio-economic backgrounds or to individuals who have physical, intellectual or emotional disabilities;or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand click on Residency.
- Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Luzerne or Wyoming County. If no eligible candidates who live within Luzerne or Wyoming County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applicati
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