Are you a caring and dedicated professional who wants to make a positive impact in the lives of older adults? If so, Luzerne County Area Agency on Aging is looking for a highly organized and ambitious Senior Center Operator 2 to assist with the planning and implementation of a variety of fulfilling enrichment activities for our senior population. Apply today to join a rewarding and supportive work environment where you can make a difference!

The role of Senior Center Operator 2 is a highly responsible position which functions as a director within the Senior Center Program and supervises the assistant director, part-time instructors, volunteers, senior aides, and the nutrition manager.

You will be responsible for securing speakers for Center programs involving life skills, education, nutrition, tax preparation, health issues, and more in addition to developing programs, educational activities, parties, trips, and special events with input from Center members. It is essential to maintain efficient and safe operations throughout all offered activities and programs. You will maintain prescribed books and records of the Center's financial activity, membership cards, statistical reports, and inventory of supplies.

This position also participates in escorting groups of participants on trips and secures reservations, bus and meal arrangements, and assumes responsibility for the welfare of participants on such trips. You will respond to any unusual scenarios that may arise and may have to administer general first aid treatment to clients in emergency situations.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three months of experience as a Senior Center Operator 1; or
• Six months of experience in providing direct services in a human services, education or a community-based setting to the aging population or to individuals from various cultures and socio-economic backgrounds or to individuals who have physical, intellectual or emotional disabilities; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Carbon, Columbia, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Schuylkill, Sullivan, Wyoming counties. If no eligible candidates who live within these counties apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.