Senior Center Manager - Full-time

pstrongspan style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"We will be accepting applications until January 28, 2026/span/strong/p pstrongspan style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"About Chicago Methodist Senior Services (CMSS)/span/strong/p p class="MsoNormal"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Chicago Methodist Senior Services is a non-profit organization that provides an array of programs and services for older adults across Chicagoland.nbsp; We are committed to empowering each person we serve to live their best life while embracing the needs of a diverse and evolving community./span/p p class="MsoNormal"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"POSITION SUMMARY /strong/span/p p class="MsoNoSpacing"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"The Senior Center Manager is a creative and collaborative leader responsible for implementing the organizationrsquo;s vision into a vibrant community hub. Reporting to the Executive Director of West Suburban, this role oversees the daily operations of the senior center programmdash;from innovative social programming to the meal programmdash;while leading a growing team of staff and volunteers. We are seeking a "vision-to-action" professional who thrives on developing new services/programs, building community partnerships, and fostering an inclusive culture of dignity and independence that reflects the communities we serve./span/p p class="MsoNoSpacing"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"A successful Senior Center Manager will be measured by an increase in ongoing participation, high volunteer engagement and retention rates, the successful expansion of partnership-led programming, and the continuation and development of new services offerings to support the Senior Center./span/p p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 36.8pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -36.75pt; tab-stops: 253.95pt 398.55pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"strongESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/strong/span/p ul li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"nbsp;strongProgramming:/strong Lead the design and growth of diverse programming that balances the different interests and values of Senior Center participants including "next-generation" activities and special events; collaborate with instructors and participants to create new programs and services the reflect the community needs. Support the congregate meal program in partnership with the sponsor organization, ensuring high standards of safety and nutrition./span/li li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"nbsp;strongTeam Leadership amp; Growth:/strong Recruit, hire, and mentor an evolving staff and volunteer team; foster a positive environment that reflects community values and teamwork./span/li li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"nbsp;strongCulture amp; Conflict Resolution:/strong Actively encourage participation and foster a cohesive social environment; proactively address interpersonal conflicts that may impact the center's atmosphere and skillfully manage dissatisfaction with offerings to turn feedback into improvement./span/li li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"nbsp;strongStrategic Collaboration:/strong Work in partnership with the Executive Director of West Suburban to align center goals with the organizationrsquo;s mission; provide creative input on budgeting, goal-setting, and funding opportunities./span/li li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"nbsp;strongData amp; Impact Tracking:/strong Ensure participants are registered and information is current. Maintain and optimize database, SchedulesPlus, for participants and partners to accurately track participation levels, emerging trends, and member feedback. Utilize this data to demonstrate program impact and guide future program development./span/li li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"nbsp;strongCommunity Outreach:/strong Act as an ambassador to build referral networks and partnerships with social service agencies, clubs, and local stakeholders./span/li li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"nbsp;strongInter-Departmental Collaboration:/strong Proactively partner with other CMSS programs and departments to identify overlapping priorities; identifying shared initiatives that maximize resources and enhance the overall experience of those we serve./span/li li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"nbsp;strongAdvocacy and Confidentiality:/strong Ensure a philosophy of dignity and choice; uphold confidentiality of participants; provide resourceful referrals for seniors in need. Complete well-being checks via phone, problem solves and respond to crisis situations: refer clients to resources as needed./span/li li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"nbsp;strongUpkeep:/strong Ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all participants; work in close coordination with the team to ensure upkeep and maintenance of the senior center grounds, gardens, and interior spaces./span/li /ul p class="MsoNormal"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS and EXPERIENCE/strong/span/p ul lispan style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Two years of working in a Senior Center (Senior Services) or an equivalent of education, training and experience./span/li lispan style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Food handler's certification required./span/li lispan style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"First Aid and CPR Certification./span/li lispan style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"On-the job training provided/span/li /ul pstrongspan style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"CMSS offers the following benefits to our amazing employees:/span/strong/p ul li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Competitive Pay/span/li li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Sick Pay/span/li li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Vacation and Holiday Pay/span/li li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Medial, Dental and Vision Insurance/span/li li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"403(b) and Roth Retirement Plans/span/li li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"Tuition Reimbursement/span/li /ul p class="TxBrp5" style="margin-left: .5in; text-align: justify; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: .5in;"nbsp;/p pnbsp;/p pnbsp;/p pnbsp;/p pnbsp;/p pnbsp;/p pnbsp;/pp/p