Program Specialist: Kvod Connect Part -Time WHO ARE WE Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati strengthens lives in our community by providing professional social services to families and individuals in times of need.Jewish Family Service serves all individuals without regard to religion race age disability sexual orientation national origin or ability to pay. JFS was founded in 1943 with the vision of leading the way to a Jewish community where everyone lives with dignity security and the years the agency has evolved and adjusted its mission to meet the ever-changing needs of the community it serves but one thing has remained the same since the agency was foundedJewish Family Service hires incredible people to do remarkable things! Kvod Connect is a program of Jewish Family Service designed to combat social isolation among older adults. They deliver Jewish life and programming to older adults throughout the Cincinnati area - providing them with social emotional and spiritual support. Role Overview: Kvod Connect a program of Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati Area is hiring a part-time approximately 22 hours per week Program Specialist. You will play a role in supporting and implementing a variety of educational classes social programs and events as well as field trips for our participants. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our community and make a lasting difference in the lives of isolated older adults. Key Responsibilities: - Engage directly with older adults in a variety of retirement communities fostering meaningful interactions and relationships.
- Work closely with the Senior Program Manager to support promote and implement events that enhance the wellbeing of older adults.
- Help with the preparation of materials and resources for various programs and services.
- Provide support across different Kvod Connect programs and locations ensuring smooth operation and high-quality experiences for participants adapting to changing needs and priorities.
- Ability to be flexible in work schedule. Including working occasional weekends holidays and evenings as needed.
- Perform additional duties as required demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to the goals of Kvod Connect.
Desired Qualifications - Strong familiarity and understanding of Jewish customs and traditions.
- Strong familiarity and understanding of working with older adults.
- High school Diploma required; College Degree preferred.
- At least 2-4 years working in an administrative/programming role.
- Technological proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook) Canva PowerPoint and Zoom. Ability to quickly adapt to new software and digital tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Outstanding organizational skills with a knack for managing diverse and confidential tasks efficiently.
- A proactive and collaborative mindset with a proven track record of working effectively in a team setting.
- A commitment to the mission of JFS to provide high-quality services to those in need.
- Flexibility and adaptability in responding to evolving program requirements and participant needs with a readiness to adjust strategies and approaches as necessary.
- Must have a valid drivers license a clean driving record insurance and access to a reliable personal vehicle for traveling off-site for program-related activities.
- Availability for evening weekend and holiday programs as necessary.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. as well as stand sit reach stretch for extended periods of time.
BENEFITS WE OFFER: Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati offers a professional yet friendly and fun work environment. We offer some nice perks* such as: - Paid Holiday (based on your part time hours): 7 National holidays and up to 13 Jewish holidays every year.
- Professional development including Free CEUs and Free Group Supervision (2 hours per week for LSWs working toward LISW maximum of 6 supervisers in the group)
- Flexible schedule
- Free onsite parking
- Discount on individual membership at the Mayerson JCC the J Cafe and preschool
- The pay range is $20.35 - $24.00 /hour based on experience.
*Some perks require a minimum number of work hours per week or eligibility This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.
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