Senior Center Manager

SENIOR CENTER MANAGER, PARK CITY

Under general administrative direction of Senior Center Program Coordinator, assists with day to day operations of the Park City Senior Center. Responsible for the overall implementation and functioning of programs ensuring service needs and goals are met, while adhering to the purpose and mission of the Barren River Area Development District.  

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential:

1. Recruit and train volunteers to assist in all aspects of service delivery. 
2. Oversee the congregate and home delivery meals services. 
3. Oversee meal delivery routes and fill in as needed.
4. Follow all food service and safety regulations. 
5. Plan and implement a meaningful activity calendar.
6. Perform essential senior center duties, including but not limited to: outreach, information and public assistance, public information, transportation, and health promotion classes.
7. Maintain all relevant records and order supplies.
8. Learn and abide by all agency program rules and regulations.
9. Communicate effectively with a variety of groups to represent Senior Services.
10. Advocate on behalf of the Senior Center.
11. Prepare monthly reports of service delivery and upload into the state reporting system.
12. Maintain confidentiality as set forth by Agency and funding sources.
13. Cooperates with other Agency programs to advance Agency mission. 
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience: High School graduate or GED. Possess Oral and written communication skills and good organization skills. Possess related field experience.  

Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of federal and state programs and program guidelines for the elderly and disabled.
2. Knowledge of the social and economic conditions of the region.
3. Knowledge of programmatic policies and procedures. 
4. Knowledge of both formal and informal resources available for the elderly and disabled.
5. Knowledge of computers, to include duties in preparing and submitting electronic reports. 

Skills:

1. Skilled in oral and written communication, including public speaking.
2. Skilled in the use of computers and applicable software programs.
3. Skilled at problem solving.
4. Skilled in the preparation of detailed reports.
5. Skilled at incorporating available resources for individuals.
6. Skilled in establishing and sustaining interpersonal relationships.
7. Skilled in organizing and maintaining accurate files and records.
8. Skills in mathematics, budgeting and simple spreadsheets.

Abilities:

1. Ability to supervise, counsel and train while assisting with required duties.
2. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing including; assembling information, written and oral reports in a clear, concise and effective manner. 
3. Ability to make decisions.
4. Ability to advise and interpret on how to apply policies and procedures to specific situations.
5. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records, understand and interpret reports.
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, volunteers, co-workers, state and local officials and administrative personnel, and the general public.