Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status, and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.
Program Coordinator
Location
United States
Posted
12 days ago
Salary
$21 / hour
Job Description
Role Description
The position is responsible for the overall management of Foster Grandparent and/or Senior Companion volunteer and client assignments in assigned geographic area.
- Publicizing the programs
- Recruiting, training, and placing volunteers and clients with partner agencies
- Assuring compliance with program regulations
- Managing relationships with partner sites and multiple stakeholders in the community
- Directly managing clients and volunteer/client matches where no partner agency is available
With this role, you will have the opportunity to work from home and in the Rochester community. This position is primarily work from home, with responsibilities carried out from a home office and through direct engagement in the Rochester community.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in the human services field or five years of equivalent experience
- Experience working with the older adult population and/or volunteers is desired
- A valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, access to reliable transportation, and a Motor Vehicle Check
- Excellent reasoning and analytical skills to understand and effectively interpret program policies, procedures, and regulations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations/individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Knowledge of issues relating to aging and volunteerism
Requirements
- Depending on service area, 50% to 70% of time will be spent out of the office meeting with volunteers, clients, and a variety of community partners
Benefits
- Supportive, Positive, and Fun ALIVE Workplace
- Careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees
Company Description
Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve.
Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status, and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.
Job Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in the human services field or five years of equivalent experience
- Experience working with the older adult population and/or volunteers is desired
- A valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, access to reliable transportation, and a Motor Vehicle Check
- Excellent reasoning and analytical skills to understand and effectively interpret program policies, procedures, and regulations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations/individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Knowledge of issues relating to aging and volunteerism
- Depending on service area, 50% to 70% of time will be spent out of the office meeting with volunteers, clients, and a variety of community partners
Benefits
- Supportive, Positive, and Fun ALIVE Workplace
- Careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees
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