Sr. Nutrition Center Check-In Helpers

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Job Title: Senior Center Check-In Helper

Reports To: Deborah Reynolds

Schedule:Monday thru Friday 9:45am-12:45PM (Need 2 volunteers per day)

Position Overview: The Senior Center Check-In Helper is responsible for welcoming and assisting seniors as they arrive at the center. This role is essential for creating a friendly atmosphere and ensuring smooth operations during check-in. There's opportunity to help decorate center w/monthly theme, serve meals, or other tasks as needed. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting the senior community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Welcoming Participants:
• Greet seniors warmly as they arrive, ensuring they feel valued and comfortable.
• Assist seniors with any questions or concerns about activities and services offered at the center.
• Check-In Process:
• Manage the check-in process efficiently, ensuring all participants are accounted for.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and assist with any necessary paperwork.
• Assistance and Support:
• Aid seniors as needed, including helping with mobility aids or directing them to various activities.
• Monitor the waiting area to ensure a safe and comfortable environment.
• Communication:
• Share information about upcoming events, classes, and resources available at the center.
• Collaborate with staff to relay important updates or changes to the schedule.

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience and empathy for working with seniors.
• Basic computer skills for record-keeping
• Bilingual in Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese or Mandarin a plus.

Working Conditions

May be required to stand or sit for extended periods of time.

Please be aware this role requires indoor activity and is working with seniors (55+ years old)

Appropriate Attire: Please wear closed-toe shoes (not sandals, heels, flipflops). Shirts should be short or long-sleeved (no spaghetti straps, strapless, sleeveless, mid-riff showing or tank top types). Shorts/dresses/skirts should be longer in length, appropriate for comfortably bending and reaching items.

Required:

· Age Requirements: 16 or older. You must be confirmed to participate. No walk-ins.

· Register as volunteer for Sr. Nutrition Center Check-in Helper

· Complete onboarding paperwork

· Attend Volunteer Orientation

· Volunteers going over 20 hours must complete a Background Check

If you have any question related to this role, feel free to reach out Estefani Gomez Pacheco, The Salvation Army Volunteer & PTM Coordinator at Estefani.gomez.pacheco@usw.salvationarmy.org or (408)282-1165 Ext 3218