Senior Center Aide (Casework Aide) - Human Services Department (Part-Time)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
Benefits
earned paid sick time
City training
Free bus fare
Discounted bus fare
Free light rail fare
Discounted light rail fare
Job Description
The City of Phoenix Human Services Department is a pivotal community-focused organization dedicated to enhancing self-sufficiency and quality of life for residents across all age groups. It administers a vast range of services and programs that encompass diverse populations, from preschool children participating in Head Start to older adults engaging in senior center activities. Specifically, the Senior Programs division operates 15 senior centers citywide, catering to adults 18 years of age and older. These centers serve as safe, supportive venues where participants can enjoy a variety of leisure, educational, and recreational opportunities designed to improve their well-being and foster social... Show More
Job Requirements
- One year of experience working in a social service environment
- Some college level course work in social work, sociology, social services, or a related field
- Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted
- All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position
- This position requires the use of personal or City vehicles on City business
- Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record
- Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage
Job Qualifications
- One year of experience working in a social service environment
- Some college level course work in social work, sociology, social services, or a related field
- Experience with front office general clerical work, answering phones and providing program information
- Experience planning, facilitating, leading, and/or teaching activities
- Experience working in a senior center, community or recreation center, or social service facility or program
- Experience working with aging adults or persons with disabilities or cognitive challenges
- Experience working with volunteers
- Experience communicating in Chinese or Spanish is desirable
- Cash handling experience
Job Duties
- Primary point of contact for the senior center at the front desk
- Greets visitors, checks-in members, processes member registration
- Answers program and facility questions, conducts site tours, provides resources
- Provides technical assistance to senior center members
- Completes transportation-related scheduling and creates program fliers and sign-up sheets
- Inputs data into electronic registration system
- Works with center staff to plan, facilitate, lead, and/or teach on-site activities
- Develops quality marketing materials for electronic information display boards, senior center flyers
- Works with senior center staff to guide and direct program volunteers
- Completes daily cash handling procedures, makes change, collects contributions, and completes daily deposit
- Maintains inventory of senior center program and office supplies
- Assists with food service
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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