Organization Summary

East Side House (ESH), founded in 1891, is a 501(c) (3) organization that has served the South Bronx since 1963. The organization is dedicated to the community and focused on providing resources and opportunities. East Side House has identified that education is the foundation for economic improvement and through its youth education and technology programs it teaches skills to allow its students and clients to become more self-sufficient and independent. As a community resource the organization also provides services to families and a growing senior population. In 2020 the organization began food distribution as an additional way to provide economic support to the community we serve.

East Side Houses Older Adults program meets the needs of older adults by providing a variety of social, protective and supportive services in a non-medical care setting. The program improves the quality of life for seniors in the community by offering opportunities for personal achievement, social engagement and community participation.

We are seeking a dynamic, team player who shares our passion for providing exceptional services to meet the needs of the older adults in our community. The Program Coordinator will work at the direction of the Program Director, ensuring that the center operates smoothly.

Primary Functions

Duties and Responsibilities shall include but are not limited to the following:

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Program Coordinators responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the center.
• Provide supervision of program staff.
• Coordinate and help develop programs for senior participants in the areas of social, cultural, educational and recreational activities (at least one group activity a day or twenty group activities a month must be planned and carried out in compliance with DFTA mandates).
• Develop and implement out-reach plans to ensure maximum utilization of center.
• Recruit volunteer workers (BEGIN, AARP, Senior volunteers and others).
• Serve as a liaison with community and neighborhood groups that can assist in the process of advancing senior citizen issues.
• Ensure contract compliance as outlined by program work plans and contracts.
• Prepare and submit all program reports to the Program Director in a timely fashion (i.e. monthly level, box money, payroll sheets and attendance; prepare, submit, and review all required center reports).
• Promote senior citizens participation and involvement in the advisory board, grievance committee, other such committees, and the center.
• Assist in registering new participants in the program.
• Provide case assistance services to seniors (i.e. supportive contact, referrals, benefits and entitlement assistance, immigration assistance, advocacy).
• Assist in the development of program resources.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelors degree preferred with at least two years experience in human services, or Associate degree with three years of experience; or High School Diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to represent the organization in dialogues with other agencies and community meetings.
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community service/development.

Competencies

• Teamwork Orientation
• Communication Proficiency
• Customer/Client Focus
• Time Management
• Thoroughness

Expected Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00am- 4:00pm. Possible work on weekends, holidays or after work hours for projects, special events, etc. Workdays/hours subject to change based on ESHs needs. Workday/hours subject to change.

Remote Work

ESH has determined that up to zero (0%) of this position can be remote due to COVID-19. Subject to change as public health conditions evolve.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will supervise Patterson Older Adults Center staff.

Salary range

Annual Range 45,000 - 50,000

Work Environment

Professional/Business casual. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Travel

Minimal travel between Older Adults sites will be required as needed.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is generally a sedentary role; however, some filing and site visits are required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Please visit our website: www.eastsidehouse.org

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

AAP/EEO Statement

ESH encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred with at least two years' experience in human services, or associate degree with three years of experience; or High School Diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to represent the organization in dialogues with other agencies and community meetings.
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community service/development.

Competencies

• Teamwork Orientation
• Communication Proficiency
• Customer/Client Focus
• Time Management
• Thoroughness