Title: Senior Services Coordinator Department: Parks, Recreation, and Public Areas MaintenanceStatus: Non-Exempt, Part-timeNature of Work This part-time position is responsible for coordinating services and enrichment programs for senior residents. The position is dedicated to promoting senior services that advance the goal of an age-friendly community and facilitating aging in place. Position will be expected to work 20 hours per week. Most of the work is performed indoors at the Community Center. However, some outdoor operational duties are required for recreational senior activities. Must be a self-starter and capable of working independently. Examples of Work
- Liaison to the Senior Commission
- Work in Collaboration with St. Louis County's Age-Friendly Program
- Developing Program to Provide Services to Seniors
- Coordinate and Supervise Volunteers for Senior Programs and Services
- Promote Senior Services Orally and in Writing
- Conduct Community Outreach Designed to Engage Seniors
- Identify Gaps in Services to Seniors
- Serves as a Spokesperson Before Audiences in Coordination with Department Director
- Develop and Lead a Comprehensive Wellness Program for Seniors
- Assist the Director With Development of the Budget for Senior Programming
- Additional Duties and Special Projects as Assigned
Desirable Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
- Able to build and maintain knowledge of and relationships with non-profits, faith-based organizations, governments, and community organizations that provide services to seniors in the region.
- Ability to independently perform duties and responsibilities.
- Ability to communicate and express ideas in English effectively both orally and in writing.
- Must maintain effective working relationship with supervisor, co-workers, and the public.
- Must be able to work well with older adults.
- Possess high integrity.
- Ability to obtain first aid/CPR certification within 6 months of hire.
Desired Experience and Training
- Master's or Bachelor's Degree in a field relevant or related to gerontology.
- Highly Computer Literate and proficient in WORD, EXCEL, and PowerPoint
- Ability to organize community-wide events.
- Experience and expertise in senior program development.
- Ability to attend to incoming phone calls.
Physical/Visual
- Hearing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, climbing and lifting.
- Assist with lifting material or equipment up to 20lbs.
- Ability to work inside and outside.
- Ability to comprehend complex materials.
- Five finger manipulation.
Application and Contact Information Apply online at: To assure consideration, applications should be received by 5:00 pm, March 8, 2024. Overall Physical Strength Demands: The office environment is typical with no unusual requirements. Some travel between locations may be required. -Physical strength for this position is indicated below with X - Sedentary Light X Medium Heavy Very Heavy Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts regularly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. regularly. Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. regularly. Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. regularly. Work Environment: C Regularly Over 70% F Frequently 41% to 70% O Occasionally 16% to 40% R Rarely Up to 15% N Never 0% -Physical Demand- -Frequency- Sitting O Talking C Hearing C Feeling attributes of objects (e.g., determining size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with fingertips) O Grasping C Pushing O Standing F Walking F Driving F Reaching with hands/arms F Stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling R Climbing or balancing R Repetitive wrist, and or finger movement F Moving up and down from/to sitting position on the floor R Physical support and care of children (e.g. diapering, feeding, positioning, etc.) N Environmental Conditions: C Regularly Over 70% F Frequently 41% to 70% O Occasionally 16% to 40% R Rarely Up to 15% N Never 0% -Environmental Condition- -Frequency- Work in confined spaces (crawl spaces, shafts, pipelines) N Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) C Varying, inclement outdoor weather conditions C Vibration O Work in hazardous traffic conditions (does not include regular traffic commute) F Extreme cold (non-weather; 1 hour) F Extreme heat (non-weather; >100 deg. F for > 1 hour) F Subject to oils (mechanical or food) O Required to wear a respirator R Fumes or airborne particles F Work near moving mechanical parts F Work in high, dangerous places O Risk of electrical shock R Potentially hazardous bodily fluids N Potentially hazardous or cancer-causing agents or chemicals F Visual Activities: -Activity- -Usually Required- Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Yes Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Yes Three-dimensional vision- ability to judge distance and space relationships. Yes Precise hand-eye coordination. Yes Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Yes Noise Exposure: -Level- -Indicator- Very quiet Quiet Moderate noises (i.e., an office with conversations, photocopiers, and/or computer printers.) X Loud noise Very loud noise Description of loud or very loud noise: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.