Elderly Service Worker

4/17/2026

The Elderly Service Worker is responsible for planning and implementing social and recreational activities, special events, and trips for a senior center. They also provide information, referral, advocacy, and crisis intervention services while maintaining accurate records.

Salary

44511.36 - 59394.54 USD

Working Hours

35 hours/week

Company Size

2-10 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

In 1972 a city ordinance created Boston Community Schools keeping Boston's school buildings open to the public after school hours; its purpose was to provide Boston residents of all ages with local, neighborhood-based hubs that offer a range of programs and services to build community, address resident needs and enhance overall quality of life within Boston. Today, over 40 years later, Boston Community Schools exist as Boston Centers for Youth & Families. BCYF is the City of Boston's largest human services organization with a network of 35 facilities consisting of 29 community center sites and six free standing pools, and core site staff supported by an allocation of City funds. The Foundation for Boston Centers for Youth & Families was created to provide fundraising, planning and programming support to strengthen and enhance BCYF programs and services across its vast network of community centers. As BCYF's longstanding private partner, the Foundation for BCYF's works to provide a variety of affordable, high-quality, outcome-driven programs that support the healthy development and learning of young people and strengthen and enhance communities. The Foundation for Boston Centers for Youth & Families' mission is to improve the quality of life for Boston residents by offering a wide range of comprehensive programs and activities according to neighborhood needs and interests.

About the Role

Overview

Responsible for the planning and development of a variety of social and recreational activities based within a busy senior center.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the planning and implementation of a variety of special events and trips for senior citizens.
Responsible for coordinating the daily activities of the senior center.
Assist in the provision of information & referral, advocacy, and crisis intervention services.
Assist with outreach and recruitment efforts for all center activities.
Coordinate services with other providers within the community.
Maintain accurate records pertaining to all center activities.
Perform related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

1-2 years of experience working in Human Services preferred.
Prior experience working with senior citizens in a social/recreational setting.
Prior experience working in a community-based human service agency.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some nights and weekends.
Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

C.O.R.I check required

S.O.R.I check required

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SEIU/CC-7

Hours per week: 35

Key Skills

Event PlanningRecreational ProgrammingCrisis InterventionAdvocacyOutreachRecruitmentRecord KeepingCommunication SkillsCommunity CoordinationSenior Care