Project Lead

Seaburyresources

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Seaburyresources seeks a Project Lead to supervise volunteers in home maintenance projects for low-income seniors. The role involves training volunteers, maintaining records, and ensuring client service delivery. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, experience in volunteer recruitment, and a valid driver's license.

The position operates from September to May on a Tuesday to Saturday schedule, providing essential community support with a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

Entry level position requiring communication skills.
Interest in elder issues, youth engagement, and homelessness prevention.
Clean background check and health tests required.

Responsibilities

Orient and supervise volunteers in home maintenance projects.
Works with volunteers on delivering client services.
Maintains records related to volunteers and seniors.
Conduct outreach and volunteer recruitment.
Perform additional assigned duties.

Skills

Volunteer recruitment

Community organizing

Oral communication

Written communication

Leadership skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Drive

Education

1-2 years of experience (including volunteer/internships)

Valid driver's license

Tools

Grounds keeping equipment

Housekeeping equipment

Standard office equipment

Job description

Benefits

403(b) Retirement
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Reports To

AIP Program Manager/Volunteer Coordinator

FLSA Classification

Non-Exempt

Organization

Seabury Resources for Aging is a private, not-for-profit corporation registered in the District of Columbia, which provides various services to enhance the quality of life for older adults. Seabury’s mission is to provide personalized, affordable services and housing options to help older adults in the greater Washington, DC area live with independence and dignity. Seabury strives to continue to be the trusted community leader in aging services.

Overview of the Role

The Project Lead orients, trains, and supervises volunteers (in groups and individually) in the performance of home maintenance projects (yard work and house cleaning). This individual works alongside volunteers in the delivery of client services. Project Lead orient and lead volunteers as they complete Age-in-Place® projects. This position does not have management staff responsibilities. During the COVID-19 pandemic the Age-In-Place® program only provide yard work.

Department

Age-In-Place® Project Lead are part of a small, dynamic staff dedicated to improving the living conditions and social support of low income seniors, preserving affordable housing options, and providing meaningful, intergenerational volunteering opportunities. The Age-In-Place® program (www.age-in-place.org) mobilizes volunteers to provide free yard work and house cleaning services for older adults in Wards 4, 5, and 6 of DC.

Key Responsibilities

Orients, trains and supervises volunteers (in groups and individually) in the performance of home maintenance projects (yard work and house cleaning).
Works alongside volunteers in the delivery of client services.
Maintains records of volunteers and seniors (i.e hours worked, names, organizational information).
Provides follow-up responses to volunteers and seniors such as: thank you letters, emails, and phone calls, and well-being check calls.
Assists Age-In-Place® Program Manager in conducting outreach and volunteer recruitment.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications

1-2 years of experience (volunteer and internship experience will be counted). This is an entry level position.
Demonstrated knowledge of volunteer recruitment and community organizing desired.
Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including comfort with public speaking.
Interest in key issue areas, particularly elder issues, youth engagement, and Homelessness prevention.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive.
Demonstrable leadership skills
Maintain the policies and procedures provided by the District of Columbia as it pertains to COVID 19 regulations
Clean background check
Clean PPD and TB test
Valid driver's license and good driving record
Must be at least 25 years of age