seeking program leader passionate about serving low-income older adults

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Brief Organizational Description:

Richmond Aging and Engaging supports the health, wellness, and quality of life of older adults living in low-income apartment buildings. We run intergenerational art, leisure, and recreation programming in low-income apartment buildings. Think of us as a mobile senior center - we go to them instead of them coming to us. We run programs once a week at each partner building and programs run for 1.5 - 3 hours (depending on the site). Our sites are all within the city of Richmond, and programs run on weekdays (Monday - Friday).

Richmond Aging and Engaging is currently 100% volunteer run.

Volunteer Position Description and Purpose:

Help us grow and serve more buildings! We are seeking a program leader to run the art, leisure, and recreation program at one (or more, depending on interest and availability) building site.

Volunteer Duties & Responsibilities:

The program leader will:

• Plan and implement weekly activities program in the assigned building site
• Includes set-up, running activities, and breaking down; transporting supplies to and from the program site
• Supervise volunteers
• Organize quarterly Participant Advisory Committee meetings to develop an activity calendar
• Post and distribute activity calendar/program flyers in the building; invite and encourage building residents to participate in activities
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of programming supplies, games, and crafts
• Foster effective communication with building management, building residents, and volunteers to ensure a positive and inclusive experience for everyone involved
• Meet regularly with ED and other program leaders to collaborate, problem solve, and ensure consistency in programming
• Assist with program evaluation

Qualifications, Skills, & Requirements:

• Prior experience planning and running group activities is required
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred
• Experience in any of these fields would be helpful:
• Recreational Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, Teaching/Education, Senior living
• Must have good planning and organization skills
• Must be able to communicate with diverse populations effectively
• Must be flexible, adaptable, and have a positive attitude
• Basic computer skills are required
• Must have reliable transportation
• Background check will be required

Time Commitment:

We are seeking someone who can be part of the organization’s leadership, meaning this would be an ongoing commitment. Expect ~5 hours/week for program planning/implementation at one site.

Weekday availability is required.

Other Information:

Training will include a minimum of 6-weeks shadowing/assisting the current program leader before independently leading programs. Additional trainings may be offered depending on need and interest, including:

• Bingocize
• Opening Minds through Art