Volunteer Coordinator

Volunteer & Community Partnership Coordinator

Join our team as a Volunteer & Community Partnership Coordinator, where you will play a vital role in recruiting, training, and overseeing volunteers while connecting individuals and families to local resources at the Family Success Center. This position involves organizing volunteer initiatives, keeping detailed volunteer records, ensuring an enriching experience for all participants, evaluating community needs, providing information and referrals, and partnering with local organizations to deliver holistic support.

Primary Duties:

- **Volunteer Outreach and Integration:**
- Identify and attract volunteers through community gatherings.
- Conduct interviews and background screenings.
- Lead orientation sessions and workshops for new recruits.

- **Volunteer Oversight and Event Planning:**
- Match volunteers with roles suited to their strengths.
- Create and update volunteer schedules.
- Monitor performance of volunteers consistently.
- Offer continuous support and recognition to active volunteers.
- Help organize and participate in events involving volunteers.
- Handle logistical details like venue selection, materials procurement, etc.

- **Community Engagement & Awareness:**
- Cultivate relationships with local entities and partners.
- Represent our center at public engagements.

- **Client Evaluation & Advocacy:**
- Conduct evaluations to understand client requirements for services access.
Provide guidance on accessing relevant resources.
Support clients in navigating social assistance systems effectively.

- **Resource Management & Administrative Tasks:**
Maintain comprehensive records concerning volunteer activities.
Prepare reports detailing the impact of these activities.

**Work Environment:**

This full-time role requires occasional evening or weekend commitments along with local travel for events or meetings.

**Qualifications Needed:**

Candidates should have proven experience in social services or related fields like community outreach or volunteer management along with excellent organizational abilities; proficiency in Microsoft Office suite is also necessary while a bachelor’s degree related sector adds an advantage!

Enjoy health benefits including on-site childcare alongside competitive salary reflecting past non-profit leadership experiences!

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