Center Assistant

Center Assistant

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 assisting with the planning, organizing and coordinating of the daily operation of the assigned Senior Community Center.
• Works with the Center Manager in making provisions for the delivery of Meals on Wheels; including assignment of routes to paid and volunteer staff.
• Assists the Center Manager with the recruitment, orientation, training, support and recognition of all center volunteers.
• Oversees preparation of food kitchen for operational readiness according to established safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assists the Center Manager in planning, implementing and promoting center programs and activities.

Education / Training : A high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience : A minimum of one (1) year of experience preferred.

ADA : Ability to bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach and lift items weighing up to 25 lbs.; visual and auditory skills.

Compensation and Benefits :

Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

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

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