Assistant Director, Senior Center Operations (Hybrid)

JASA; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options through US

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with a Roth

Four weeks of paid vacation

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

JASA is seeking an Assistant Director for the Starrett City Older Adult Center in Brooklyn to support daily operations, programs, and services for older New Yorkers. You will assist the Program Director with program administration, staff supervision, budget monitoring, and compliance with agency and NYC DFTA requirements.

The role involves coordinating with staff, volunteers, and community partners, overseeing records, and assisting with participant trips and program activities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of STARS/PeerPlace is preferred.
• Evidence-Based Program certifications recognized by NYC DFTA are preferred; required certifications must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Strong written communication and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and compile statistical information.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, participants, and community partners.
• Understanding and appreciation of how race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and individual values relate to serving clients and families.
• Knowledge of another language is helpful (e.g., Russian, Spanish, Chinese dialects).

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direction and administering the center's programs and services.
• Ensure program procedures are followed as designed.
• Support the Program Director in managing daily operations and maintaining program quality.
• Interpret and communicate the agency's programs and services to center members.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Assist with staff supervision, training, and development.
• Help ensure compliance with NYC DFTA requirements and internal audits.
• Maintain accurate program records, reports, and administrative documentation.

Skills

Written communication

Record-keeping

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Cultural awareness

Bilingual helpful

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

STARS/PeerPlace knowledge preferred

NYC DFTA certifications preferred (required within 1 year)

Job description

JASA is seeking an Assistant Director for the Starrett City Older Adult Center in Brooklyn to support daily operations, programs, and services for older New Yorkers. You will assist the Program Director with program administration, staff supervision, budget monitoring, and compliance with agency and NYC DFTA requirements.

The role involves coordinating with staff, volunteers, and community partners, overseeing records, and assisting with participant trips and program activities.