Drop-In Center Coordinator

CENTER FOR COMMUNITY RESOURCES INCORPORATED; Kittanning (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO & Holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Center for Community Resources Incorporated in Kittanning, PA seeks a casual Drop-In Center Coordinator (16-20 hours/week) to manage daily operations of the Kittanning Empowerment Center, coordinate volunteers, and ensure a safe, supportive environment for attendees.

The role emphasizes organizing activities, maintaining supplies, and building relationships with community partners. Requires a HS diploma/GED and relevant experience in human services or mental health settings.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong problem-solving skills and abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Capable to work independently and in a small team.
• Able to work with people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Exemplary customer service and compassion are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise volunteers to cover center activities.
• Assist in planning activities and menus; develop schedules.
• Maintain relationships with governments, community groups, board members, and volunteers.
• Collect, organize, and report data to support center operations.
• Attend agency meetings and training as required.
• Perform basic housekeeping to keep the center clean and organized.
• Foster a positive, safe, and supportive center culture.

Skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Communication

Independence

Diversity & inclusion

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Kittanning Empowerment Center - Kittanning, PA 16201 Position Type: Casual Education Level: High School Job Shift: Daylight Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Drop-In Center Coordinator – Casual Position (16-20 hours/week) Center for Community Resources Kittanning, PA

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Position Summary

This position will serve as the coordinator for the Kittanning Empowerment Center. This position is responsible for maintaining daily activity schedules, making lunch, cleaning, and ensuring that all needed supplies and resources are available for the daily operation of the Drop-In Center.

Essential Functions

• Recruit, coordinate, and supervise volunteers to provide coverage of scheduled center activities at the Drop-in Center in Kittanning
• Assist in arranging and coordinating activities and events, along with developing activity schedules and menus.
• Maintain good working relationships with governmental agencies, community organizations, center advisory board members and center volunteers
• Collect, organize, and report data needed to support and maintain the center functions
• Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the agency
• Attend all agency meetings and training as required.
• Perform basic housekeeping duties to ensure the Center is clean and organized
• Demonstrate and foster a positive, supportive culture at the Center; ensure the Center is a safe place for all.

Responsibilities

CCR is seeking a casual (16-20 hours a week) Drop-In Center Coordinator for the KEC in Kittanning. The KEC is a consumer-run Drop-In Center providing support to individuals with mental health challenges in Armstrong County. The Drop-In Center Coordinator will oversee the operations, quality, and continued growth of the Drop-in Center. The Coordinator will promote mental health, wellness, empowerment, and self-advocacy for mental health consumers. The Coordinator will be responsible for facilitating opportunities for attendees to learn coping and life skills, along with fostering a supportive and compassionate environment in the center. The Coordinator will promote advocacy, coordinate center activities, conduct community outreach, develop a monthly activity schedule, collaborate with other community organizations, support and participate in the Community Support Program local and regional meetings, transport individuals utilizing the agency van, and complete administrative reports on a regular basis.

Work hours are Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The coordinator must maintain flexibility to accommodate the needs, programs, and activities of the center.

Qualifications

• A mental health consumer who is fully engaged in their own recovery and can serve as a role model for attendees.
• Must possess a High School diploma or GED. Preferred experience includes one-year human service experience or experience in a mental health setting. Act 33/34 and FBI Clearances required; current driver's license and vehicle insurance required.
• Candidate must have strong problem-solving skills and abilities; ability to manage multiple tasks; demonstrate effective communication; capable to work independently and in a small team environment; able to work effectively with persons differing in value systems, ethnicity, cultural backgrounds, and abilities; and exhibit exemplary customer service and compassion.

Benefits & Total Rewards (for Full-time employees)

HEALTH & WELLNESS

• Medical: Employee $41.93/pay
• Employee + Child(ren) $73.32/pay
• Employee + Spouse $93.60/pay
• Employee + Family $121.61/pay
• FREE Dental Insurance
• FREE Vision Insurance
• FREE Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• FREE Healthy Merits Well-Being Program

EMPLOYER-PAID COVERAGE

• FREE Life Insurance
• FREE Short-Term Disability
• FREE Long-Term Disability

TIME OFF & BALANCE

• Up to 20 PTO days in your first year
• 25 PTO days at 5 years
• 30 PTO days at 11 years
• 7 Paid Holidays
• 1 Floating Personal Day
• PTO Cash-Out Option
• Flexible scheduling opportunities

RETIREMENT & FINANCIAL

• 403(b) Retirement Plan Employer match up to 6%
• Referral Bonus - up to $1,000
• Pre-tax & Roth contribution options

EDUCATION & SUPPORT

• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per semester / $4,000 per year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity
• Insurance Buy-Up Life & AD&D Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualifications

Required:

Education
High School Diploma or GED.

Experience

1-year experience in working with consumers of mental health services in community-based settings.
Current involvement at the KEC.

Licenses, certificates or clearances
Act 33/34 and FBI Clearances
Valid PA Driver’s license
Car Insurance Coverage Verification

Special skills, knowledge and abilities
Training in mental health and/or substance abuse recovery-oriented principles.
Knowledge of recovery tools for consumers of mental health and co-occurring MH/substance abuse.
Strong commitment to recovery concepts, and full integration of consumers in the community.
Significant recovery as demonstrated by at least 1 year without hospitalization longer than 72 hours and consistent social and health management skills and life management skills.

Other factors or requirements