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.

• Day 1 Benefits include dental and vision
• Tuition Assistance – up to $15,000 annually
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 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