Volunteer Manager - (New London)

Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR; New London (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a full-time Volunteer Manager to oversee volunteer management within the New London Recovery Community Center. The role involves recruitment, training, and support for volunteers, as well as community engagement. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and communication skills, along with experience in volunteer management or community organizing. CCAR offers a competitive compensation package including benefits and paid time off.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years community organizing and/or volunteer management experience preferred.
• Experience in facilitating trainings.
• Knowledge about addiction recovery a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage volunteers including scheduling, supervision, and evaluation.
• Facilitate volunteer trainings and provide individual support.
• Promote recovery support services in the community.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Cross-cultural skills

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

CCAR is looking for a full time Volunteer Manager responsible for implementing the Volunteer Management System within the New London Recovery Community Center. Includes recruitment, retention, training, evaluation, and recognition.

The ideal person will be enthusiastic, extremely well organized, and passionate about working closely with people in recovery.

CCAR offers a highly attractive compensation package that includes competitive wages, benefits, paid holidays, and vacation time.

A valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable vehicle required. Travel to other recovery community centers as needed.

A cover letter highlighting your interest and experience is required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the New London Recovery Community Center Volunteers including scheduling, supervision, evaluation, retention and record keeping.

• Facilitate all volunteer trainings related to orientation, volunteer roles, and ongoing volunteer development.

• Provide individual (one-on-one) support, system navigation for recoverees and their families, provide resources, referrals, answer phone calls and handle requests for assistance.

• Assist with the various Recovery Community Center daily activities and special events related to volunteers.

• Provide oversight for student interns (scheduling, supervision, evaluation).

• Recruits volunteers; promotes recovery support services in their local community.

• Work with the RCC Manager and to maintain a recovery-focused culture.

• Serve as a recovery ambassador.

• Promote the message and services of CCAR.

• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years community organizing and/or volunteer management experience preferred.

• Positive attitude, motivational and encouragement skills necessary.

• Experience in facilitating trainings.

• Knowledge about addiction recovery a plus.

• Strong customer service ethic.

• Cross-cultural skills, and experience with culturally diverse populations.

• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication skills.

• Organizational skills with keen attention to detail and ability to prioritize.

• Computer skills and current technology experience.

• Time management skills.

• Self-starter, flexible and team oriented.

How to apply:

The Volunteer Manager is a full time exempt (35 hour/week) (in person) position with occasional evenings required. Travel to other Recovery Community Centers for support as needed. A cover letter highlighting your interest and experience is required. Cover letters and resumes will be accepted until position is filled.

Submit cover letter and resume by clicking "apply" button or by fax [phone] or mail to CCAR, Attn: Human Resources, 75 Charter Oak Avenue Building 1 Suite 305, Hartford, CT 06106.

Note: A cover letter is required. Resumes without cover letter will not be considered. EOE.