Senior Center Specialist

Comprehensive Benefits Package   •   Tuition Discounts   •   Career Advancement    

DIVERSIFIED HUMAN SERVICES, INC.

Part-time

Belle Vernon, PA Location

Overall Function:

Coordinates and implements the daily program activity and staffing of one or more Senior Citizen Centers.

Essential Functions:

• Plans and oversees the entire schedule of activities at the assigned Senior Center or Satellite Center.
• Staffs the elected Senior Advisory Committee to ensure consumer input to program planning.
• Provides day-to-day direction to center volunteers.
• Maintains center program records, completes and submits all required documentation, client intakes and service utilization information, in a timely manner.
• Provides community outreach and education related to the availability of program services.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in Gerontology, Social Work or a related human service field; or an Associate Degree in one of the above listed human services field with two years of work experience; or a High School graduate with four years of related work experience.  Related work experience includes that which requires daily contact with the public and documented experiences.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aging programs and available social services.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with volunteers, internal staff and social service agencies.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance with the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal health care program.
• Ability to transport oneself in an insured vehicle, as program needs dictate.
• Ability to observe and recognize verbal and non-verbal signs of physical or mental disorders.
• Ability to obtain certification to administer Standard First Aid and CPR, when necessary.

Available Benefits:

• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.
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