Programme Assistant

Company Overview

ADRC provides day care, rehabilitation, and support services empowering seniors to live active, meaningful, and independent lives. We focus on well-being, social connectedness, and healthy ageing, especially for seniors from lower-income backgrounds.

Job Summary

The Programme Assistant supports planning and delivering engaging programmes for seniors, facilitates activities, engages clients, manages administrative tasks, and coordinates with volunteers and partners to ensure smooth centre operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing daily programmes and activities to promote active ageing among seniors
• Facilitate group activities, recreational programmes, exercises, games, and social engagement sessions to enhance client participation
• Organize festive celebrations, community events, outings, and special projects to foster community involvement
• Prepare activity materials, equipment, and set up venues to ensure readiness for programmes and events
• Monitor clients during activities and provide assistance to ensure their safety and engagement
• Accompany clients during outings and external activities to support their participation and well-being
• Maintain a safe, clean, and conducive environment for all clients
• Maintain accurate attendance records and programme documentation to support operational needs
• Support collection of client feedback and assist in evaluating programme effectiveness
• Liaise with volunteers, vendors, and community partners to coordinate programme-related activities and resources
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Centre Manager to support centre operations

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Prior experience in eldercare, healthcare, social services, community care, or event coordination to enhance programme delivery
• Willingness to learn and actively participate in programme planning and execution
• Physically fit to support activities and accompany seniors during outings when required