• Job Description

  Req#: 4012556
  This position is located at C. Freeman Poole Senior Center and will be responsible for working with center participants, planning and implementing events, trips, activities and programs for the center. The starting rate for this position will not exceed $20.00 per hour. Develops, plans, organizes, promotes and directs senior programs, activities and/or services in and assigned area: in addition to the instruction of classes, responsibilities may include fund raising, preparing flyers, planning, directing volunteers, and setting up for special events.
  
  Conducts assigned classes for participants of different fitness/cognitive levels: recruits participants for new and existing classes; researches activities desired and requested by participants; obtains or provides instruction in activities; and may oversee facility operations related to assigned class instruction.
  
  Collects and analyzes data related to assigned program and maintains database of participants.
  
  Coordinates senior programming activities with community groups and other agencies: recruits, screens, and trains volunteers, interns majoring in therapeutic recreation, and other community service providers in support of senior programs.
  
  Inspects facilities, grounds, and equipment for unsafe conditions: prepares assigned facility for classes/events; sets up tables and chairs, exercise equipment, or audio or visual; arranges facilities, meeting rooms and equipment according to daily schedules, programs and projects of the assigned area.
  
  Enforces established safety precautions, policies, procedures, and regulations of the area of assignment.
  
  Collects, records, and deposits fees, maintaining appropriate accounting according to established departmental policy and procedure; and prepares documents and reports related to the collection of fees and deposits.
  
  Provides clerical support, as needed: completes, prepares and submits reports and forms on center activities; updates weekly and monthly calendar; maintains sign-in sheets; utilizes petty cash fund; maintains inventory of equipment and supplies for area of assignment; and reports damage, losses or maintenance needs to supervisor.
  
  Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  Minimum Qualifications
  
  High School Diploma or GED; supplemented by three years of experience providing programs and services to senior citizens or other special population group; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must obtain CPR and First Aid certifications within 90 days of hire.Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
  
  Sensory Requirements
  
  Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
  
  Environmental Factors
  
  Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, or traffic hazards.
  
  EEO Statement
  
  Cobb County is an equal opportunity employer. Cobb County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.

• About the company

  Cobb County is a county in the US state of Georgia, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area in the north central portion of the state.

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