JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: PROGRAM COORDINATOR

DEFINITION: Under the direction of the Center Director, the Program Coordinator develops, plans and coordinates recreation and educational programs for center participants. This position encompasses the provision of a planned program of recreational, educational and cultural activities including, but not limited to, physical fitness, dancing, music, arts, and self-enrichment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

· BA/BS in recreation or related field with two years of experience.

· Prior experience conducting activities for geriatric population.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to relate to older persons

DUTIES

1. Develops and maintains an exciting schedule of day-to-day recreation and educational programs.

2. Works with program planning committee and the center advisory council to develop, implement and evaluate new programs which incorporates consumer feedback.

3. Works with the center director in establishing annual program goals.

4. Assures that all program activities are properly recorded in the PCA client by client system.

5. Identifies and coordinates with other organizations and community resources to enhance center programs.

6. Ensures program equipment and supplies are clean and well maintained; manages inventory of program supplies.

7. Plans special events, such as tours, trips, camping, arts & crafts, parties, celebrations and discussion groups.

8. Oversees registration and fee collection process associated with center activities

9. Creates and posts monthly Center Activity calendar and Center Newsletter.

10. Assists with center marketing and outreach efforts.

11. Provides supervision for program aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) in conjunction with the Center Director.

12. Other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

Performs courteously and professionally when dealing with center participants.

Demonstrates proficiency in communication and organizational skills.

Demonstrates ability to coordinate multiple tasks efficiently.

Demonstrates accuracy and completeness in carrying out assigned tasks/duties.

Assures consumer confidentiality as required

Develops job skills as needed to adapt to change

Provides excellent customer service to all center customers

CUSTOMERS:

Senior Community Center participants

Social service, education and recreation professionals

Local community organizations and staff

Center staff

Other PCA staff