Geauga County Commissioners office is seeking a: Recreation & Education Assistant Definition:        Under supervision in accordance with the Agency Organization Chart, assists with implementing programs and daily operation of assigned Senior Center/Adult Day Care Facility. Assists with the preparation and serving of congregate meals and home delivered meals to elderly persons requiring supportive services; Assists in providing direct service to clients and their caregivers; Supports the Recreation & Education/Adult Day Service Coordinator in programming & record keeping; Works on matters requiring confidentiality and discretion; Performs related duties as assigned. 

Typical Examples of Duties & Percentage of Time: 60-70% Assists with planning, developing, scheduling, implementing, and supervising activities for senior citizens to meet their physical, cognitive, community, health & wellness, creative, educational , travel and social needs activities at assigned Senior Center/Adult Day Care Facility; Provides direct services to clients including those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia; Ensures a safe environment for clients through appropriate staffing and oversight; Assists in calendar planning; Assists in preparing a monthly schedule/calendar that provides balanced programming and opportunities for varied activities; Assists in coordinating transportation services; Takes reservations for programs and events; Supports the Recreation & Education/ Adult Day Service Coordinator with record keeping; Tracks and reports supportive services, information and referral and mass outreach; Inputs registrations and daily roster information into the agency database including the number of clients served, type of program accessed and services provided, Verifies all clients information in the agency database is accurate with attention to client emergency information and levels of participation; Communicates with Public Information staff to ensure that the recreation and education programs are advertised and promoted in the community; Monitors implementation and operation of Senior Center/Adult Day Service in absence of Recreation & Education/Adult Day Service Coordinator; Evaluates and adjusts programs to meet client needs; Resolves issues or problems with assistance from the Recreation & Education/ Adult Day Service Coordinator; Develops and maintains courteous and professional relationships with clients, organizations/agencies and affiliations, supervisors, co-workers and volunteers; Exhibits appropriate behavior through language, positive attitude, dress code and hygiene. 20-30% Assists with coordination the preparation and serving of congregate meals and home delivered meals to elderly persons requiring supportive services; Ensures safe and sanitary conditions in accordance with prescribed standards; Serves breakfast, snacks and oversees food and beverage area; Assists with maintenance of supplies and facilities Cleans and sanitizes kitchen area and equipment (pans, utensils, ovens, steam table, refrigerator, freezer) in accordance with established sanitary guidelines; Performs routine custodial tasks including but not limited program set up and break down; collecting and disposing of paper and debris, cleaning and sanitizing program areas and supplies; Completes documentation of client behavior, activities and interactions, including personal observations; Prepares and places food and supply orders; Receives, records, and inspects food and supplies;; Receives, records and tracks monetary donations and fees from clients in accordance with agency cash handling policy.

10-15% Coordinates with Agency personnel on special projects and assignments; Assists with training, supervising and