DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides overall direction and administration of all programs and services of the senior center and oversees the procedures followed by the staff to implement the programs and services.
• Monitors budget and inventory for the senior center.
• Supervises the operation of Food Program at site, may assist in kitchen as needed.
• Organizes program schedules, creates flyers and advertising for senior center programs and events.
• Develops, coordinates and leads groups and group programs.
• Locates and develops community resources.
• Works with funding source personnel, as appropriate.
• Provides case assistance, information and referrals, as appropriate.
• Keeps appropriate case notes, program and fiscal records.
• Collects and counts cash, and records receipts and prepares bank deposits.
• Supervises center staff and fills in for absent staff as needed.
• Supervises and evaluates staff and volunteers.
• Maintains and supervises use of equipment, supplies and facilities.
• Attends community, agency and staff meetings as designated.
• Handles other responsibilities as assigned and appropriate.
• Maintains petty cash accounts

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an Accredited College or University with B.S.W. /or B.A./B.S. degree, or equivalent.
• Some prior group leadership experience, preferred.
• Good writing/ record keeping skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• May be required to work occasional evenings and/or weekends as assigned by Director of Community Based Programs or designee.
• Knowledge of Spanish may be helpful.
• Understanding and appreciation of the roles of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual preference, and individual values as they relate to serving clients and families.
• Must be computer literate, including ability to learn and use program-specific software.
• Staff "Cooling Centers" or other necessary responses for older adult center members when ordered by City funders; may require working extended hours during the week or weekends.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPENSATION:

• Up to $70,000 annually

SUBJECT TO REVIEW FOR PURPOSES OF ADAAA
JASA is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment

TO APPLY

Email résumé and cover letter to: jobs@jasa.org. Indicate [current-page:title] in subject line.

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Mail to:

JASA
Human Resources Department
274 West 37th Street - Ninth Floor
New York, NY 10018