Program Coordinator (PA MEDI) Luzerne/Wyoming Counties

Program Coordinator (PA MEDI) Luzerne/Wyoming Counties DCFCM • Diakon Community Services Wilkes-Barre, PA Community Services Full Time, Varied

Hours/Pay Period:

60 Req # 10331 Diakon is one of the premier employers in Pennsylvania and Maryland. We are a non-profit organization which includes Diakon Child, Family, and Community Ministries and Diakon Affordable Housing.

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for planning, organizing and coordinating the PA MEDI Program. Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites work flow. Develops and implements an outreach plan to raise awareness about PA MEDI services. Develops and implements an ongoing volunteer recruitment effort.

Education/Training:

An Associate's degree normally required; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience:

A minimum of two (2) years' experience in Human or Social Services related positions normally required.

ADA:

Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, and lift items weighing up to 25 lbs.; visual and auditory skills.

Compensation and Benefits:

Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Day 1 Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. Tuition Assistance - up to $15,000 annually Paid Time Off 401(k) plan with employer match Voluntary short-term disability Long-term disability Life insurance Referral bonuses of up to $3,000. Staff receive excellent training through a comprehensive paid general orientation including customer service training. We offer continuing training and education, provide the ability for career advancement, and host staff appreciation and special events. Diakon also maintains a discretionary emergency fund, which can be of assistance to staff members during critical times. In addition, Diakon offers a Love of Thy Neighbor Fund, which provides a per-day living expense and matches up to five PTO days for approved service or mission trips with other nonprofit organizations. Diakon is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/VETS/Disabled