Senior Services Program Specialist

Company: Cobb County Government Position: Senior Services Program Specialist Location: Marietta, GA Posted: 07/09/18 Closing Date: 07/23/18 Job Description: Develops, plans, organizes, promotes and directs senior programs, activities and/or services in and assigned area: in addition to the instruction of classes, responsibilities may include fund raising, preparing flyers, planning, directing volunteers, and setting up for special events. Proactively recruits volunteers, vendors and sponsors to assist with the administration of programs, e.g., instructors, speakers and entertainment. Canvass and market services offered by senior services to local businesses and organizations. Conducts assigned classes for participants of different fitness/cognitive levels: recruits participants for new and existing classes; researches activities desired and requested by participants; obtains or provides instruction in activities; and may oversee facility operations related to assigned class instruction. Collects and analyzes data related to assigned program and maintains database of participants. Coordinates senior programming activities with community groups and other agencies: recruits, screens, and trains volunteers, interns majoring in therapeutic recreation, and other community service providers in support of senior programs.

Inspects facilities, grounds, and equipment for unsafe conditions: prepares assigned facility for classes/events; sets up tables and chairs, exercise equipment, or audio or visual; arranges facilities, meeting rooms and equipment according to daily schedules, programs and projects of the assigned area. Enforces established safety precautions, policies, procedures, and regulations of the area of assignment.

Collects, records, and deposits fees, maintaining appropriate accounting according to established departmental policy and procedure; and prepares documents and reports related to the collection of fees and deposits. Provides clerical support, as needed: completes, prepares and submits reports and forms on center activities; updates weekly and monthly calendar; maintains sign-in sheets; utilizes petty cash fund; maintains inventory of equipment and supplies for area of assignment; and reports damage, losses or maintenance needs to supervisor. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Interested candidates may online at www.cobbcounty.org