Co-Program Coordinator/Working with Seniors- Temporary Position

GRAND PRAIRIE, TXPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Portfolio Resident Services, Inc.

• Job overview

  The Co-Program Coordinator role is a part-time, temporary position focused on improving quality of life for seniors and residents in affordable housing through social and educational programs.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The coordinator will manage resident services, create and implement activity calendars, recruit volunteers, oversee donations, maintain communication logs, and ensure a welcoming community center environment.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position offers up to $18 per hour for about 5 hours a week, with a flexible schedule and potential for extension beyond 13 weeks.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates should have relevant experience in education, social work, or nonprofit fields, strong organizational and communication skills, ability to work independently, and familiarity with community resources; volunteer experience is also considered.

• Work environment and culture

  The company values compassion, community engagement, and social change, offering a flexible and supportive work environment focused on resident well-being.

• Company information

  Portfolio Resident Services, Inc. provides social assistance programs to improve life skills and standards for residents in affordable housing communities.

• Job location and travel

  The job requires working onsite at affordable housing communities with some door-to-door engagement; hours are part-time, typically 12-5pm, 1-2 days per week, with occasional evenings or weekends.

• Application process

  Applicants must undergo pre-employment screening including background checks and drug screening; official job postings are only on the company website, and applicants should verify authenticity via official contact emails.

• Unique job features

  This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with diverse age groups in a community-focused nonprofit setting, emphasizing leadership in social and economic change.

Company overview

Portfolio Resident Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing social services and community programs to residents of affordable housing communities. They generate revenue through partnerships with property management companies and funding from grants and donations. Founded in 1995, the organization has grown to become one of the largest providers of resident services in the United States, focusing on enhancing the quality of life and fostering self-sufficiency among residents. Their programs include educational workshops, health and wellness initiatives, and financial literacy training.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to highlight your experience or interest in social services, education, or nonprofit work, emphasizing your ability to work independently and multitask efficiently as required by Portfolio Resident Services, Inc.

• Showcase your organizational, administrative, and communication skills clearly, including any experience with program coordination, volunteer recruitment, or community engagement.

• Apply through multiple platforms such as the official Portfolio Resident Services, Inc. corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the temporary Co-Program Coordinator position.

• Connect with current employees or team members in the resident services or program coordination division at Portfolio Resident Services, Inc. on LinkedIn. Use ice breakers like commenting on their community impact initiatives or asking about their experience managing volunteer programs to start a conversation.

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