Program Assistant

4 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver Full time

Overall Responsibility

The Adult 55+ Program Assistant works independently and collaboratively to implement and supervise certain Adult 55+ programs as well as other responsibilities to assist the Coordinator. This person will work together with volunteers, instructors and staff to deliver uplifting programs for older adults.

Key Areas of Responsibility
- Implements assigned programs, which includes assuring the rooms are set up and reset, supplies are at hand, and participants are warmly greeted
- Connects with volunteers, instructors and staff to ensure quality programs are delivered
- Provides feedback that will improve programs and operations
- Abides by relevant JCC rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including documenting any incident/accident reports when needed
- Maintains an ongoing awareness of other programs of Adult 55+ and other JCC departments serving older adults, in order to be prepared to answer questions and concerns, assist with providing information, and help with registration. Refers questions to the Coordinator where appropriate.
- Works collaboratively with other departments as needed
- Maintains and seasonally decorates the Adult 55+ bulletin board
- Maintains records on program activities and attendance
- Shops for refreshment and supply needs of Adult 55+ programs, prepares and cleans up refreshment service
- Maintains cleanliness and organization of storage area, closets, office and fridge, to include ensuring foods are within expiration dates
- Work additional in-person monthly one-off Adult 55+ programs, as assigned. These will usually occur during weekdays and conventional business hours
- Maintain receipts and petty cash logs for grocery/supply shopping reimbursement
- May perform other duties as needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of, or interest in learning, practices, methods, and techniques of developing and implementing programs for older adults
- Knowledge of, or interest in learning, best practices when working the unique demographic needs of older adults
- Knowledge of, or interest in learning, the practicalities of serving parve and kosher refreshments
- Enthusiastic about contributing ideas, and interested in potentially creating and running future programs
- Strong customer service skills, able to foster positive and effective relationships
- Able to use English effectively to communicate in person, on the phone, and in writing
- Comfortable texting, and willing to use personal cell phone to stay connected with Coordinator

**Qualifications**:

- A combination of interest, work experience and/or education delivering programs for older adults
- Mobility to perform moderate physical work, shop for program food and supplies, and to work in-person at the JCC
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
- Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio

Work Hours & Wage
- The wage for this position is $20 -25/hour, depending on experience
- 8-10 hours/week including fixed hours on Mondays and Wednesdays between 12:45 - 3:45.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to the attention of Lisa Cohen Quay, Adult 55+ Program Coordinator via Indeed.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual
Part-time hours: 8-10 per week

**Salary**: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Work Location: One location

Expected start date: 2023-01-09

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