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4 people are interested
Volunteer Coordinator - AmeriCorps
ORGANIZATION: Housing Forward
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4 people are interested
This position is through the AmeriCorps program; whose mission is to come together to tackle our nation's most pressing challenges. At Housing Forward, the AmeriCorps Member will be part of our Volunteer & Community Outreach program on a part time basis. This role encompasses scheduling daily volunteers across 3 or more service sites.
The Volunteer Coordinator actively promotes volunteer opportunities to target congregations, civic groups, and local companies; assists with implementation of the volunteer management database and provides leadership in developing volunteer recognition opportunities and supporting outreach events. Duties:
- Work with Volunteer and Community Outreach Manager to developing annual volunteer goals and work plans. Oversee volunteer opportunities for the agency’s programs.
- Manage the volunteer database and generate monthly reports concerning volunteer activity Coordinate with staff to cultivate and enrich current volunteer opportunities.
- Assist with volunteer year-end-evaluation Assist in planning of Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner and other appreciation events
AmeriCorps Program Benefits
- Living Allowance: $16,000 annually distributed bi-weekly
- Education Award: Upon successful completion of 900 hours of service, receive an $4,247.50 education award
- Student Loan: forbearance during term of service
- Networking sessions and professional development
- Leadership development trainings
Teaching experience or Bachelor's degree in social service related field preferred.
**Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination**
More opportunities with Housing Forward
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About Housing Forward
Location:
1851 S. 9th Ave, Maywood, IL 60153, US
Mission Statement
Housing Forward's mission is to transition people from housing crisis to housing stability.
Description
Since 1992, we have transformed the lives of more than 11,000 people by helping them meet their immediate housing and crisis needs, addressing their health and income needs and transitioning them back to housing stability. Today, we’re having long-term impact on the communities of west suburban Cook County by 1.) preventing the loss of housing before it occurs, 2.) alleviating the need for long-term shelter, 3.) moving people into sustainable permanent housing solutions and 4.) improving housing retention.
To learn how we are responding to the current pandemic and read COVID-19 updates, please go to www.housingforward.org/covid-19-updates
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1851 S. 9th Ave.Maywood, IL 60153
DATE POSTED
January 4, 2023
SKILLS
- Crisis Intervention
- Office Reception
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
- Program Management
- Group Facilitation
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum of 900 hours annually
- Must officially apply through my.americorps.gov