Volunteer Coordinator

The Carers Centre for Brighton and Hove; Brighton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity in Brighton is seeking a dedicated individual to manage and develop volunteering opportunities. The successful candidate will work closely with the management team to reinforce effective policies, deliver training for volunteers, and supervise them to ensure positive changes for the carers they support. The role involves keeping accurate records and engaging in research, making a significant impact on the community and the volunteers' experiences.

Responsibilities

• Establish and develop volunteering opportunities at the Carers Centre.
• Supervise a pool of volunteers supporting carers.
• Monitor, analyse and report on feedback/outcomes with volunteers.

Job description

The Carers Centre provides support to over2000 unpaid family carers in the city of Brighton & Hoveevery year. The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated group of staff and volunteers to deliver vital and innovative services to carers across our city.

AIMS OF THE JOB :

• To establish and develop volunteering opportunities at the Carers Centre
• To work with the management team to review and reinforce effective policies and procedures for volunteer-supported projects based on best practice
• To develop and implement systems for recruitment and selection of volunteers from a range of backgrounds
• To deliver a programme of induction and ongoing training for volunteers
• To supervise a pool of volunteers to support carers safely to achieve positive changes within their lives and to enable volunteers to feel fulfilled in their role
• To keep accurate records and statistics in accordance with the Carers Centre procedures
• To monitor, analyse and report on feedback / outcomes with carers and volunteers
• To participate in supervision and training to ensure professional operation of the service
• To engage in research and networking opportunities provided by other organisations with expertise in volunteer support
• To work in accordance with, and to ensure that staff and volunteers for which the post is responsible, adhere to the values, policies and procedures of the Carers Centre, especially Confidentiality, Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety
• To carry out other duties appropriate to the role and responsibilities as may be delegated by the CEO of The Carers Centre