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Elderly Services Recreation Program Assistant, Part Time

City of New Haven

$20.00 / hr

United States, Connecticut, New Haven

165 Church Street (Show on map)

May 01, 2025

Introduction

Are you passionate about serving the community and creating enriching experiences for older adults? The Elderly Services Department is seeking a dedicated and energetic Recreation Program Assistant to help operate our community centers and support a variety of engaging recreational programs and special events. In this role, you'll assist with planning and implementing activities tailored to meet the needs of our senior population, help coordinate facility permits, and provide essential support for transportation and supply delivery. If you're a motivated individual who enjoys making a difference and thrives in a dynamic, community-focused environment, we invite you to apply.

Learn more about our Department of Elderly Services HERE.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

This part time position supports the Elderly Services Department in operating various recreation programs in community centers. The Recreation Program Assistant helps plan, schedule, and carry out a wide range of recreational activities, special events, and seasonal programs for participants of all ages, with a focus on our older adult residents.

Responsibilities include assisting with facility permits, transporting program participants, and delivering supplies, marketing materials, and other departmental items to Senior Centers, Community Centers, and City Hall. The work is performed under the supervision of the Elderly Services Director or their designee.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees evening recreational programs and permitted activities at community centers.
Assists in planning, scheduling, and running recreational programs and events designed for older adults.
Helps organize community events such as festivals, performances, tournaments, and outreach activities.
Supports the coordination and supervision of permitted activities within the community centers.
Helps create staff schedules, tracks attendance and staff hours, and prepares reports on center activities.
Delivers supplies, materials, and documents to Senior Centers, Community Centers, and City Hall.
Maintains and tracks inventory in supply rooms; assists with ordering as needed.
Keeps storage and work areas clean and organized.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience assisting with recreational activities, community services, or similar programs.
Background in Gerontology, Social Work, Human Services, or a similar field is welcome.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to plan, assign and coordinate stakeholders and to ensure the efficient operations of the community center during operating hours, six days per week.
Ability to support administrative and supervisory tasks.
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, clients of all ages, and the general public, with patience, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity in a variety of settings.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and to open and close community center buildings.
Must be dependable and able to respond appropriately to emergencies. CPR and basic first aid certification helpful.
Capable of lifting and transporting supplies and materials as needed.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid CT driver's license.
Ability to work shifts such as Mon-Sat, 4pm - 8pm.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Capable of lifting and transporting supplies and materials as needed.

SALARY, BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a Special Funds "Non Tested" position. Continued employment contingent upon availability of future funding. Funding may be terminated at any time.

This part time position is not eligible to receive medical benefits, vacation pay, union membership, or union contractual benefits. Any period of part time employment will not be construed in any way to mean probationary employment. Persons may not be employed in two concurrent positions with the City and/or the Board of Education at the same time.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check,and (2) if over 18, a pre-employment drug screening in accordance with the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy*. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment.

Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test, which includes screening for marijuana.

Selection Plan

Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources on an ongoing basis. Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification.

It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly, as the information you provide will be used to determine if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process. Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed. Submissions may be evaluated prior to a posted closing date, and a hiring decision may be made prior to the removal of the job posting.

Information regarding the employment and selection process can be found HERE.

Please note that the only method of communication with applicants for this position will be by email. You must provide a valid, working email address and you will need to monitor your email, including spam/junk folders, for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department.

We reserve the right to extend an application deadline or close a job posting early to ensure we can attract and identify the best candidate(s) for a position.

Conclusion

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