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Volunteer Coordinator

GAAMHA
Gardner, MA Volunteer
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026
Join GAAMHA as a Volunteer Coordinator

Location: Alyssa’s Place Peer Recovery Support Center (PRSC)

Are you passionate about uplifting others, building meaningful connections, and strengthening a thriving recovery community? Alyssa’s Place PRSC is seeking a compassionate and motivated Volunteer Coordinator to join our team. This role is essential in supporting our members, empowering volunteers, and fostering a welcoming, recovery-focused environment.

As a Volunteer Coordinator, you’ll help create opportunities for growth, inclusion, and engagement by supporting volunteers and peer leaders, coordinating activities, and contributing to the heart of our mission at Alyssa’s Place.

Why Join GAAMHA?

At GAAMHA, you’re not just stepping into a job—you’re embracing a mission rooted in compassion, empowerment, and community. We are committed to uplifting individuals through recovery-oriented, person-centered support. Joining our team means becoming part of an organization that values integrity, innovation, and human connection.

Your Role: A Supporter and Builder

As the Volunteer Coordinator at Alyssa’s Place, you will play a key role in nurturing a strong, connected peer recovery community. Your work will help volunteers and peer leaders discover their strengths, overcome barriers, and reach their goals.

What You’ll Achieve

Support Volunteer and Peer Leader Development

  • Recruit, train, supervise, and schedule volunteers and peer leaders from our member community.
  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and encouragement to volunteers working toward peer leadership roles.
  • Identify barriers to growth and work collaboratively with volunteers to develop personalized plans for success.
  • Supervise the Peer Leader Supervisor, offering feedback and support to foster their professional development.

Provide Direct Member Support

  • Offer one-on-one recovery support services and recovery coaching to members as needed.
  • Collaborate with members, volunteers, peer leaders, and the Assistant Program Director (APD) to create weekly and monthly activity schedules chosen by the member community.

Manage the Volunteer Stipend Program

  • Coordinate with the Program Director and agency business office to ensure accurate reporting and proper distribution of stipends.

Strengthen Community Connections

  • Represent Alyssa’s Place PRSC professionally in the community and participate in outreach efforts, events, and collaborations that promote recovery and member engagement.
  • Accompany members on activities and outings, providing transportation and supportive oversight.

Support Center Operations

  • Attend all required meetings and trainings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

What Sets You Apart

Passion for Recovery

  • You are in long-term recovery (1 years) from a substance use disorder and are eager to support others on their journey.

Relationship-Building Skills

  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration abilities, with a talent for fostering community among diverse groups.

Organizational & Tech Skills

  • Experience coordinating schedules, events, or activities in a busy setting.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and social media/web platforms.

Practical Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a personal mobile phone.
  • Bilingual skills are a plus and will be given special consideration.

What You Can Expect

A Role That Makes a Difference

You’ll help create opportunities for members and volunteers to feel valued, supported, and empowered.

A Supportive Environment

Join a team that believes in compassion, inclusion, and the transformative power of recovery.

A Mission You Can Be Proud Of

You’ll contribute to meaningful initiatives that strengthen our community and expand access to recovery-oriented support.

Who You’ll Support

You will work closely with volunteers, peer leaders, and members of Alyssa’s Place PRSC, under the guidance and supervision of the Program Director.

How To Apply

If you’re ready to inspire growth and build a stronger recovery community, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join GAAMHA in fostering empowerment, connection, and hope.

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