Impact-Driven Senior Volunteer Programs Lead

The Opportunity Alliance; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical benefits

Dental and Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

403(b) retirement with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF program eligibility

Job summary

The Opportunity Alliance is seeking a Volunteer Program Coordinator Senior Volunteer Programs for Foster Grandparent Program and Senior Companion Program. The role manages recruitment, screening, interviewing, placements, supervision and recognition of volunteers aged 55+ across Maine counties.

Position staff a Senior Volunteer Advisory Council committee and works under the Senior Volunteer Program Director.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education or related field.
• �Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of volunteerism, older adults 55+ and poverty.
• 2+ years in volunteer administration preferred.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with independence and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, interview, and place volunteers age 55+.
• Supervise and recognize Foster Grandparents and Senior Companions.
• Staff the Senior Volunteer Advisory Council committee.
• Coordinate on-site volunteer activities across York and Cumberland counties.
• Travel locally to program sites as needed.

Skills

Volunteer management

Communication

Organizational skills

Driving

Community outreach

Education

Associate degree in Social Work

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

The Opportunity Alliance is seeking a Volunteer Program Coordinator Senior Volunteer Programs for Foster Grandparent Program and Senior Companion Program. The role manages recruitment, screening, interviewing, placements, supervision and recognition of volunteers aged 55+ across Maine counties.

Position staff a Senior Volunteer Advisory Council committee and works under the Senior Volunteer Program Director.