Community Volunteer Specialist Job at Milestone Senior Services
Job Title: Community Volunteer Specialist
Reports to: Volunteer Services Supervisor
Hours worked per week not to exceed: 37.5
Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
FLSA Status: Full time, Non-Exempt
Purpose of Position:
Oversee and develop volunteer placement opportunities for adults aged 55+ in Kalamazoo and Calhoun Counties in accordance with federal and state guidelines. For State/Federal AmeriCorps program identification purposes this position will be referred to as “RSVP Program Director” in all external communication. This position will work directly with volunteers and their supervisors at numerous locations in Kalamazoo and Calhoun County.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reports to: Volunteer Services Supervisor
Hours worked per week not to exceed: 37.5
Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
FLSA Status: Full time, Non-Exempt
Purpose of Position:
Oversee and develop volunteer placement opportunities for adults aged 55+ in Kalamazoo and Calhoun Counties in accordance with federal and state guidelines. For State/Federal AmeriCorps program identification purposes this position will be referred to as “RSVP Program Director” in all external communication. This position will work directly with volunteers and their supervisors at numerous locations in Kalamazoo and Calhoun County.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate records for grant writer and supervisor to support their timely submission of all program grant applications, application amendments, progress reports, and funder documents as needed.
- Promote the agency in the community so that dignity and independence of older adults are maintained.
- Develop, maintain, and nurture relationships with RSVP volunteers, including but not limited to recognition and regular communication to support them and their service.
- Regularly communicate with RSVP volunteer stations, potential volunteer stations and community organizations, especially focused within Calhoun County.
- Assist with volunteer recruitment and retention strategy to be implemented in cooperation with Agency Volunteer Services, especially focused on Calhoun County.
- Maintain membership in the Michigan Association of RSVP Directors (MARSVPD). Attend conferences, trainings, and meetings required by agency or funding personnel.
- Work cooperatively with the Volunteer Services Department to ensure agency-wide consistent and efficient volunteer management, especially in Calhoun County.
- Cross train other positions in the Volunteer Services department to backfill during vacations or illness.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
- A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Human Services or related field.
- Experience with volunteer management, scheduling, recruitment and/or retention.
- Experience with Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Experience with Volgistics, CareVantage and/or other database system preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Non - Exempt position with starting wage of $20.50 - 23.43, which will be adjusted for experience.
- Benefits packages include:
- Medical, dental, vision
- 403b retirement plan with matching
- Short term disability
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual
Who is Milestone Senior Services?
Our mission is to provide options that empower people to thrive in their community.
Core Values: Collaboration, Dedication, Resourcefulness, Inclusivity, and Integrity.
Milestone Senior Services (formerly Senior Services, Inc.) has been delivering to the Kalamazoo and surrounding communities for over 50 years. We encompass over 20 services that support the independence and well-being of older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers throughout Southwest Michigan. We are dedicated to working in a collaborative manner with individuals in need, family members, and all others that support those we serve to live a healthy, meaningful, and productive life.
Why join Milestone Senior Services?
As a team member you will have the opportunity to work with mission driven co-workers within an environment that values their team members and creates great work/life balance. Milestone Senior Services embraces the belief that cultural, social, and all other differences should be respected and celebrated. Team members enjoy a well-rounded benefits package that includes 20 days of PTO in the first year of employment, 9 paid holidays + 1 Floating Holiday, 403b plan matching, and other employee-based assistance programs!
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility at Milestone Senior Services
At Milestone Senior Services we believe that embracing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA) as an organizational value makes space for all identities to be welcome and flourish in our organization. As a part of Milestone’s commitment to evidence-based and community-informed DEIA practices, our organization invested in undergoing a DEIA consultation process in 2021 which now being used in guiding us through implementing and improving equitable practices within our operations and the programs we provide. Milestone Senior Services has developed inclusive hiring practices, offers, and encourages regular DEIA-focused trainings for all staff, and has formed a DEIA Committee made up of staff of all levels including senior leadership to ensure that our commitment to DEIA remains an ongoing and ever-evolving process.
A workplace of DEIA-informed and committed staff ensure equity in the delivery of our programs. When speaking with the people we serve about their needs, our DEIA trainings and policies ensure that staff members have the tools to hear, acknowledge, and respond to the unique situation of each person through an equity-focused lens.
Additional Information
Milestone Senior Services is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace and participates in E-Verify. All applicants will undergo a reference check, pre-employment drug testing, and a State of Michigan background check. Milestone Senior Services is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse field of qualified candidates.
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