Assistant to Director of Programs & Activities

*SENIOR SERVICES OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS, INC.
* *Assistant to the Director of Programs & Activities * *Job Description * *PROGRAM: *Programs & Activities *REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES: *Will report directly to the Director of Programs & Activities.
*FUNCTION: *Assisting the Director of Programs & Activities with the planning, coordination and implementation of activities, trips & travel, education and programs as well as building the overall program for encompass all levels of senior adults’ interests and capacities.
*This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: * *Assisting the Director of Programs & Activities with: * ¨ Assist with the planning and hosting of programs and specials events.
¨ Set up activities such as weekly bingo, holiday parties, programs, etc.
¨ Update Community Bulletin Board and SSOCI Activity Board ¨ Delivering newsletters to community organizations every 2 months ¨ Gift Shop – accepting donations, pricing and displaying items, as well as working closing with the volunteers and shoppers.
¨ Assisting with overseeing and coordinating extended trips as part of the Programming and Activities Department ¨ Assisting with customer service to all seniors participating in local, national and/or extended trips ¨ Assume other trip related duties, as assigned ¨ Assist with event stats, traveler sign up and record keeping of traveler deposits and payments *EDUCATIONAL/SKILLS REQUIRED:* ¨ Organizational and time management skills ¨ Critical thinking skills and ability to work independently as well as in a team atmosphere ¨ Possess excellent customer service skills and attitude ¨ Possess proficient technology/computer skills ¨ Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of employees and seniors.
¨ Ability to work collegially with all staff and function as a team member in a way that ensures the smooth daily operations of SSCI *HOURS:* This is a part-time, non-exempt position offering a minimum of 12 hours per week and maximum of 15 hours, Monday through Friday, when performing in office job duties.
When overseeing and participating on an extended trip, there will be a flat rate stipend paid per day of the trip.
*Please visit our website at https://www.
centralilseniors.
org/employment-opportunities.
htm for instructions to apply.
* *In order to be considered for this position, you must fill out the application on our website, and follow the instructions for submission of application and resume.
* *Senior Services of Central Illinois is an Equal Opportunity Employer* Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $14.
00 per hour Expected hours: 12 – 15 per week Benefits: * Paid time off Schedule: * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * Springfield, IL 62702: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person