Center Manager

Diakon Job Opportunity

Diakon is one of the premier employers in Pennsylvania and Maryland. We are a non-profit organization which includes Diakon Child, Family, and Community Ministries and Diakon Affordable Housing.

General Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning, organizing and coordinating the daily operations of the assigned senior community center.
• Works with Meals on Wheels staff and volunteers to ensure MOW delivery policies and procedures are followed.
• Plans, organizes and implements daily activity programs according to established policies and procedures.
• Oversees preparation of food kitchen for operational readiness according to established safety and sanitation procedures.

Education/Training:

A high school diploma or equivalent required; an Associate's degree in Human Services, Communications Management, Social Welfare, Public Relations or a related field preferred.

Experience:

A minimum of two (2) years' experience in related positions normally required.

ADA:

Ability to sit, stand, lift, bend, reach, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 lbs.; visual and auditory skills.

Compensation and Benefits:

Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Day 1 Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Tuition Assistance – up to $15,000 annually
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Voluntary short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Referral bonuses of up to $3,000.

Staff receive excellent training through a comprehensive paid general orientation including customer service training. We offer continuing training and education, provide the ability for career advancement, and host staff appreciation and special events. Diakon also maintains a discretionary emergency fund, which can be of assistance to staff members during critical times. In addition, Diakon offers a Love of Thy Neighbor Fund, which provides a per-day living expense and matches up to five PTO days for approved service or mission trips with other nonprofit organizations.

Diakon is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/VETS/Disabled