ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR

Posted: Friday, 16 January 2026
Valid Thru: Sunday, 15 February 2026
Index Requested on: 01/16/2026 14:27:16
Indexed on: 01/16/2026 14:27:16

Location: Deltona, FL, 32725, US

Industry: Non-profit - Social Services
Occupational Category: 39-9032.00 - Personal Care and Service
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

COUNCIL ON AGING OF VOLUSIA COUNTY INC is hiring!

Description:

Candidates must be bilingual; fluent in English and Spanish.


SUMMARY

The Activities Coordinator executes senior activities and programs for the assigned location, under the direction of the Programs Manager, Nutrition & Activities, ensuring all members are actively engaged both mentally and physically.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

  • Responsible to the Programs Manager, Nutrition & Activities and has a support responsibility to other departments as necessary.
  • Responsible for the supervision of assigned department personnel and volunteers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Facilitate and coordinate activities, trips, special events and educational programs for the senior population with emphasis on health and well-being at the assigned location, while ensuring member participation.
  • Coordinate and supervise the use of all recreation equipment, supplies and materials.
  • Manage all non-client administrative functions of operating the assigned location, to include clerical duties as necessary.
  • Responsible for meeting annual goals set for the assigned location, financial, recreational, donation collection, and memberships; including maintaining a membership database.
  • Establish cooperative working relationships and assist in developing, implementing and/or participating in activities.
  • Train and oversee volunteers in various capacities.
  • Order materials and supplies as needed for the assigned location with approval based on annual budget.
  • Develop relationships with the core community to integrate seniors into COA and community special events.
  • Responsible for assisting with setup and clean-up of the site based on the specific activities being held.
  • Responsible for providing snacks and beverages for members during activities, and when requested.
  • Maintain safe food handling and sanitation as established by 64E-11 of the Florida Statutes.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Please review the job description.

Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Demonstrated experience in event and activities coordination.
  • Demonstrated creative/technical knowledge and expertise with a variety of communication media including newsletters, advertisements, direct mail, websites, social networking, and other avenues as recommended.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with the ability to work collaboratively and courteously with colleagues throughout COA, other constituents and the public.
  • Ability to remain calm and composed when dealing with stressed or upset clients.
  • Ability to work effectively and patiently with clients.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, with all levels of constituents.
  • Ability to represent COA professionally with integrity, character and professional drive.
  • Prioritize and perform duties with time pressures and frequent interruptions.
  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • Ability to utilize general office equipment and other necessary equipment, including personal computer and various software packages.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree and one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge on the process of aging and available community resources are a plus. Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly. Must possess and maintain ServSafe certification. Candidates must be bilingual; fluent in English and Spanish.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Performs sedentary to light work in a ventilated, lighted and temperature-controlled office setting.
  • Frequent need to sit, stand, stoop, walk, talk and hear, may occasionally need to lift up to 25 pounds.

Benefits:

Please see the job description for benefits.

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