Program Assistant- Mather at The Cov

Mather at The Cov – Chicago, IL (Chatham Neighborhood)
Make a meaningful impact in the community—one connection at a time. Mather is proud to collaborate with Alderman William Hall, the 6th Ward, and New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church to bring life‑enhancing programs to adults 55+ at The COV, a vibrant community hub at 754 E. 77th Street in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood. We’re seeking a warm, energetic, and tech‑savvy Part‑Time Program Assistant for a 20‑hour‑per‑week, fully in‑person role supporting a wide range of wellness, arts, fitness, and food‑focused programs. This position blends hands-on, in‑community work—such as greeting participants, helping facilitators bring their programs to life, and setting up and tearing down program spaces—with strong digital communication skills, including interacting with participants through messaging platforms, email, and social media to ensure clear, friendly, and timely communication. Work primarily occurs on weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., with some local travel and occasional weekend support as needed. If you’re passionate about serving older adults, enjoy both people-facing and technology‑driven work, and thrive in a dynamic, community-centered environment, this role offers an opportunity to make a truly meaningful difference.

Essential Functions:

• Support the day-to-day operations and implementation of CI wellness programs at Mather’s satellite campus at New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church (“The Cov”) in the Chatham neighborhood.

• Greet all older adult participants, maintaining a consistent, warm, and welcoming point of entry.

• Set up and break down daily coffee service, including end-of-day cleaning.

• Set up and break down all programming spaces at The Cov, including teaching materials, chairs, tables, and demo kitchen units.

• Serve as the point of communication for all text/emails to program participants, including cancelations, reminders, and need-to-know information related to Mather/Cov programs.

• Serve as the point of contact for New Covenant staff on matters related to day-to-day building operations.

• Maintain supply inventory and communicate order requests to Site Manager.

• Attend various 6th Ward and Cov-sponsored events in the community to recruit and register participants, including evenings and weekends as needed.

• Assist with assembly and distribution of marketing materials, in collaboration with the Cov Site Manager and other key Mather team members.

• Monitor, oversee, and report registrations and attendance for all Cov programs.

• Prep, assemble, and collect Cov program evaluation forms.

• Attend and assist planning and production of quarterly Mather Wellness Luncheons at The Cov, including partnering with 6th Ward staff on arranging caterers, entertainment, and other event-specific needs.

• Communicate with community-based partners regarding upcoming programs.

• Support other Cov program-related efforts as needed.

Required:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree

• 2+ years work experience in an administrative or program support role.

• Strong verbal and written communications skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office program including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Detail oriented, goal-driven and motivated to meet targets and deadlines.

Preferred:

• Experience with program planning.

• Experience working with older adults.

• Familiar with social media, such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

The hourly base wage range is a good faith estimate of the range Mather reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of the posting. The actual hourly base wage paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, geographic location and market changes. The position is also eligible to participate in Mather benefit plans.

Hourly Pay Range
$26.10—$28.50 USD

Benefits

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

Team members are eligible for:

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.

• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)

• Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)

• Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans

• Paid Parental Leave

• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

• Extended illness benefits

• Employee wellness programs

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Life insurance is available to benefit eligible team members.

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About Mather

Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age WellSM, we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work®, and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.