Senior Center Operator 1 (Part-Time) (LG) – Potter Co Area Agency on Aging (Mult

Reference #: 4579729
THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-89390-L0811. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JULY 19, 2024 TO AUGUST 2, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
Are you a caring and dedicated professional who wants to make a positive impact in the lives of older adults?  If so, Potter County Area Agency on Aging is looking for a highly organized and ambitious part-time Senior Center Operator 1 to substitute at various locations, and assist with the planning and implementation of a variety of fulfilling enrichment activities for our senior population.  Apply today to join a rewarding and supportive work environment where you can make a difference!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Senior Center Operator 1, you will participate in the organization, planning, and scheduling of activities for older adults, in addition to overseeing daily operations of the senior center.  Responsibilities include building a positive rapport with patrons to encourage socialization and participation in offered activities, organizing transportation for participants, scheduling monthly nutrition and educational programs, preparation and packaging of home delivered meals, and recruiting and training volunteer center assistants.  This is a rewarding career which allows you to assist with promoting a healthy life style by keeping older adults socially active and providing educational and informative programs.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Part-time employment, up to 18 hours/week.
Work hours are 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch.  Scheduled days and location may vary:
Coudersport Senior Center  – Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Galeton Senior Center  – Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Oswayo Valley Senior Center (located in Shinglehouse, PA)  – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Hours may vary dependent upon special events.
Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.  Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Three months of experience in providing direct services in a human services, education or a community based setting to the aging population or to individuals from various cultures and socio-economic backgrounds or to individuals who have physical, intellectual or emotional disabilities;or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement.  For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Potter County.  If no eligible candidates who live within Potter County apply for this position, candidates who reside in Cameron, Clinton, Elk, Lycoming, McKean, or Tioga counties will be considered.  If no eligible candidates who live within these counties apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.  Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements.  Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.  Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above applica ion requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.  To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.  No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.