Senior Citizens Supervisor na City of Montclair, CA

About the Department

Under general direction, develops and coordinates social, educational, and recreational activities for senior citizens; performs responsible professional work in the development, administration, and supervision of programming and operations of the Montclair Senior Center; performs related duties as required.

Position Duties

Under general direction, the Senior Citizens Supervisor: Coordinates and develops special interest programs, activities, and events for senior citizens; supervises the programming and operations of the senior center; provides information and referrals on services available to the elderly; advises the senior citizens club; responsible for senior center public relations; prepares and distributes the monthly newsletter; prepares press releases, and participates in community organization programming; keeps abreast of events relating to the needs of seniors through pertinent publications and material; collaborates with local agencies and schools to promote and plan programs at the senior center; assists in the development and monitoring of the senior center budget; supervises the nutrition, transportation, exercise and senior special event programs; supervises senior center part-time personnel, volunteers and student interns; plans and coordinates recreational trips for seniors; keeps records of all activities, programs, and services provided and evaluates effectiveness of these programs; prepares and monitors grant funded programs as required; assists in planning regional activities; performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

This class reports to the Director of Human Services and directly supervises the work of the senior center part-time staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of the growing needs of the senior citizen population; program management; event planning; resources available for senior citizens; the psychosocial needs of the aging; communication and listening techniques; methods of working with volunteer groups; activities of interest to senior citizens; supervisory practices; data collection and monitoring of grant funded programs.

Skills/Abilities to:

Ability to demonstrate creativity in planning, organizing, and implementing senior citizen focused programs; communicate effectively, both written and oral; conduct program presentations; follow oral and written instructions; develop and maintain effective relationships with the community, volunteers, and staff; be a team player; utilize computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; and have excellent interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and flexibility.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent and a Bachelors degree in gerontology or a related field is required or an equivalent amount of supervisory experience with the senior population in lieu of a Bachelors degree. A minimum three years experience working with senior citizens and supervising a team is required.  A certificate in Gerontology and bilingual in English and Spanish is highly desirable.  Demonstrate ability to exhibit leadership skills, program development, and supervisory experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time; the physical ability to stoop, bend, twist and reach; to lift, carry and handle equipment, desks, and boxes without assistance; and to provide visual and auditory assistance for participants.  The ability to participate in activities indoors or outdoors such as to walk, run, bend, pull, push carry, load/unload supplies, lift up or move up to 50 lbs. Must be able to assume postures to allow physical and visual contact with children and communicate, see and hear well enough to keep participants safe. The position must be able to function well in a noisy, busy environment that includes the comings and goings of community members. Work requires leading programming activities outdoors sometimes in damp, cold, and hot weather.

LICENSE

Possession of a valid California driver's license and proof of insurability required.  Valid First Aid and CPR certification required.