Hybrid Community Assistant bei Arbors Management Inc.

Description

Job Title: Community Assistant

Location:  Washington, PA 15301
Position Type: Part-Time - 24 hours per week
Reports To: Property Manager
Company: Arbors Management, Inc.

Compensation: $20.00 per hour

About Arbors Management:

At Arbors Management, we are dedicated to providing professional, compassionate, and efficient property management services across Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Ohio. As one of the oldest and largest property management firms in the region, our mission is to maintain high-quality housing while ensuring compliance, tenant satisfaction, and community well-being—especially in our affordable and senior living properties.

Position Overview:

The Community Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the daily operations and community engagement efforts at an Arbors-managed Section 8 senior housing property. This individual will serve as a key liaison between elderly and disabled residents, property management, and local service providers—ensuring that residents feel supported, informed, and connected.

This is a resident-facing role that requires empathy, organization, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Resident Support & Communication:

• Greet and assist residents in the office and common areas with general questions or concerns.
• Help connect residents to appropriate resources including social services, transportation, and wellness programs.
• Provide assistance to residents needing help understanding notices, paperwork, or community guidelines.
  

Community Engagement:

• Plan and facilitate social, recreational, and educational activities to encourage resident participation and foster a sense of community.
• Collaborate with local service providers to bring programs or resources on-site.
• Promote resident involvement while ensuring events are inclusive, respectful, and safe.
  
  

Administrative & Operational Support:

• Assist the Property Manager with distribution of notices, recordkeeping, and light clerical work.
• Monitor common areas and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Support compliance by helping ensure residents understand and follow property rules.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong interpersonal communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Compassion and respect for elderly and disabled populations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
  

Preferred:

• Experience in senior services, affordable housing, property management, or human services.
• Knowledge of HUD/Section 8 housing programs is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with basic computer skills and office equipment.
  

Work Environment:

• On-site at a senior residential community.
• Requires occasional lifting of materials and event supplies (under 25 lbs).
• Flexible scheduling
  

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage: $20.00 per hour
• Opportunities for growth within the Arbors Management team