Volunteer Program Coordinator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

9 paid holidays

Excellent medical benefits

Dental and Vision insurance

Life Insurance & STD/LTD

403(b) retirement with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

The Opportunity Alliance in South Portland is seeking a Volunteer Program Coordinator for the Senior Volunteer Programs (FGP/SCP). The role will provide professional volunteer management for volunteers age 55+ across multiple sites, including recruitment, screening, placements, supervision and recognition.

This Full-Time, on-site position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently with occasional local travel to program sites.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education or related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of volunteerism, older adults 55+ and people living in poverty.
• 2+ years experience in volunteer administration preferred; supervision of adults 55+ and people living in poverty preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background, child protective service check & sex offender check.
• Must not be on the state or federal suspension and disbarment list.
• Must be able to exert moderate physical effort with occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, typing and frequently lift material weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Driving may be necessary to attend meetings and trainings and for the occasional need to meet with clients offsite and within the program service area. This may include transportation of clients or driving to agency location to complete work. A good driving record is required.
• Reliable vehicle to transport volunteers throughout service area.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional volunteer management for the Senior Volunteer Programs including recruitment, screening, interviewing, placements, supervision and recognition of older volunteers age 55+ volunteering in organizations, schools and private homes in York, Cumberland and York Counties.
• Staff a committee of the Senior Volunteer Advisory Council.
• Work is performed, reviewed, and evaluated under the supervision of the Senior Volunteer Program Director.

Skills

Volunteer management

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Driving

Education

Assoc. Degree in Social Work / related field

Job description

Volunteer Program Coordinator

Senior Volunteer Programs - Foster Grandparent Program (FGP)/Senior Companion Program (SCP)

Pay rate : $20 - $23/hour

Location : South Portland, primarily on-site with some potential Position will be primarily on site, with some local travel to program sites.

Schedule : Full-Time, 32 hours/week.

The Senior Volunteer Program's Volunteer Program Coordinator provides professional volunteer management for the Senior Volunteer Programs including recruitment, screening, interviewing, placements, supervision and recognition of older volunteers age 55+ volunteering in organizations, schools and private homes in York, Cumberland and York Counties. This position contributes to the accomplishment of The Opportunity Alliance's mission through the provision of direct service to Foster Grandparents and Senior Companions. This position will staff a committee of the Senior Volunteer Advisory Council. Work is performed, reviewed, and evaluated under the supervision of the Senior Volunteer Program Director.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education or related field . Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge and/or experience and appreciation of volunteerism, older adults 55+ and people living in poverty.
• Knowledge of resources for adults living in poverty.
• 2+ years experience in volunteer administration preferred; supervision of adults 55+ and people living in poverty preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background, child protective service check & sex offender check.
• Must not be on the state or federal suspension and disbarment list.
• Must be able to exert moderate physical effort with occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, typing and frequently lift material weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Driving may be necessary to attend meetings and trainings and for the occasional need to meet with clients offsite and within the program service area. This may include transportation of clients or driving to agency location to complete work. A good driving record is required.
• Reliable vehicle to transport volunteers throughout service area.

Benefits

• (offered to full-time and part-time employees)
• Generous paid time off accrual
• 9 paid holidays per calendar year and up to 3 floating holidays per calendar year
• Excellent medical benefits at very reasonable cost
• Dental and Vision insurance options
• Agency paid basic life insurance and STD & LTD disability insurances
• 403(b) retirement with a generous agency match (all employees are eligible)
• Tuition Reimbursement - offered once per year through an application process
• The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

To learn more about our benefits please visit, https://www.opportunityalliance.org/explore-our-benefits

Who we are ...

The Opportunity Alliance is "Helping People Reach for a Brighter Future".

Mission: The Opportunity Alliance works with people to build better lives and stronger communities. We provide advocacy, leadership, and support to identify the goals and address the needs of individuals, families, and communities.

The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a dynamic, results-focused Community Action Agency providing approximately 50 integrated community-based and clinical programs serving more than 20,000 people annually throughout the state of Maine. With over 50 years of experience, TOA draws from a comprehensive set of programs which address issues such as mental health, substance use, homelessness, lack of basic needs, and access to community supports. Through an extensive array of services, TOA provides opportunities for individuals to stabilize fragile situations and then works with them to achieve self-sufficiency. TOA is client-focused with extensive experience working with diverse client populations. TOA programming includes four key sectors of service:

• Mental Health & Wellness
• Community Building
• Family & Early Childhood Education
• Economic Resources