Program Coordinator

$31,200 - $37,440/Yr

Portfolio Resident Services - Dallas, TX

Part-time - Entry Level

Dallas, TX

101-250 employees

Social Assistance

About the position

As a Program Coordinator at Portfolio Resident Services Inc, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals, families, and senior citizens residing in affordable housing communities. This part-time position offers a flexible schedule, allowing you to work approximately 19 hours a week, with an hourly wage of up to $18. Your primary responsibility will be to provide CORES certified resident services, which encompass programs aimed at building knowledge, marketable skills, and promoting a healthy lifestyle among residents. You will be an integral part of our mission to uplift families and foster community engagement through various developmental activities and essential resources. In this role, you will serve as a crucial link between PRS and the affordable housing community, maintaining a professional and cooperative relationship with property management and residents. You will be responsible for creating and implementing a monthly calendar of activities that prioritize the social, educational, and economic needs of residents. Your leadership will be essential in overseeing donations, engaging residents, and coordinating volunteer efforts. You will also provide a welcoming atmosphere at the community center, serve as the initial point of contact, and prepare reports based on program activities and participation. The ideal candidate for this position is a self-starter who thrives in an independent environment, is well-organized, resourceful, and capable of multitasking. You should possess a compassionate heart for community service and be enthusiastic about making a social and economic impact. This role is perfect for someone seeking a part-time position in social services, education, or nonprofit sectors, and who is eager to contribute to the well-being of the community.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a link between PRS and the affordable housing community by maintaining a visible, professional, cooperative and courteous relationship between property, community and management.
• Create and implement a monthly calendar of developmental activities and essential resources that prioritize the supportive services needed for resident social, educational, and economic needs.
• Demonstrate leadership in overseeing donations, resident engagement, and volunteer efforts.
• Provide a welcoming and inviting atmosphere to all residents, serving as an initial point of contact to the community center.
• Prepare reports based on distributed calendar, sign-in sheets, and the number of contracted program hours and activities offered each month.
• Design, create and post monthly calendars and updated flyers weekly to advertise activities and program offerings on-site, including door-to-door distribution throughout the property.
• Oversee program offerings and activities, recruit volunteers, solicit donations, and work with community partners.
• Log communications with volunteers, community partners, and donations regularly, submitting a monthly log.
• Provide information about local resources or assistance within the community to residents.
• Enlist residents' support and participation with program planning and activities to ascertain whether additional services or programs are needed.
• Independently monitor, observe, and interact with children, adults, and/or seniors.
• Maintain sign-in sheets for each activity and program offering regardless of participation or attendees.
• Fiscally responsibly use tax-exempt certificate and number, monitoring monthly petty cash while replenishing consumable goods, supplies, paper, office supplies, and basic cleaning supplies.
• Supervise the use of the community center while maintaining a clean and organized presentation.
• Maintain neat organization of all PRS binders, documents, and forms to present upon request to property management and resident services personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by direct management and/or PRS corporate staff.

Requirements

• Must be available to work 4-5 days per week; Hours are 2-5:30pm (Monday- Friday).
• Relevant experience in education, social work, non-profit or a related field; Volunteer experience will be considered.
• Experience with children, teens, adults and/or senior citizens in various capacities.
• Ability to work independently without supervision and multitask.
• Exceptional organizational, computer and administrative skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with community and social service resources.
• Must have home computer, access to email and capability to do light printing.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in social services, education, or nonprofit sectors is preferred.
• Outgoing and enthusiastic personality with a heart for community service.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Part-time position
• Opportunity to make a social impact
• Discounts on certain products or services